Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Plant Operations Leader. This role is responsible for overseeing 24/7 manufacturing operations in a high-performance facility. The leader will ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement, employee development, and operational excellence. This is a high-impact role requiring strong leadership, accountability, and the ability to align plant operations with strategic business objectives.

In this role, you will

• Lead daily plant operations across production, quality, engineering, materials, HR, and support teams
• Establish a culture of trust, communication, accountability, and performance metrics
• Align plant objectives with overall business strategy focused on safety, quality, and efficiency
• Provide leadership in employee relations, coaching, training, and performance management
• Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and technical standards
• Partner with the General Manager and department leaders to achieve targets and solve challenges
• Lead a team of 20–30 salaried employees while coordinating with vendors and suppliers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, including 5+ years in operations leadership
• Strong expertise in process improvement, change management, and operational optimization
• Proven leadership skills in building trust, accountability, and developing talent
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage from shop floor to executive level
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Flexibility and availability to support 24/7 operations, including holidays if needed

Benefits

• Full-time roles offering overtime and weekend work opportunities
• Competitive hourly wages plus potential quarterly bonuses
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Employee discount programs and perks