Plant Operations Leader — Lean, Quality & Throughput

Posted 2 days ago

smartsearchonlineVentura (CA)

Industrial Production Managers Machine Shops

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About the role

Smartsearchonline in Ventura, CA seeks a Plant Manager to own facility operations, lead cross-functional teams across manufacturing, quality, maintenance, materials, and other plant support functions to ensure efficiency, on-time delivery, and safety. The role reports to senior leadership and drives sustained improvement. The position requires 5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership, hands-on floor presence, Lean/CI experience, ERP/MRP proficiency, and the ability to manage budgets and

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