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Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in Sunman, IN

Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in ... Manage operations and ensure support in place for new product line launch and production. As the ...

Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in ... Manage operations and ensure support in place for new product line launch and production. As the ...

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day fulfillment center operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate execution across picking, packing, shipping, returns, and ...

Position is contingent upon contract Award As the Operations Manager , you will Oversee the execution of day-to-day program activities and staff to include operation, maintenance, and development of ...

Position is contingent upon contract Award As the Operations Manager , you will Oversee the execution of day-to-day program activities and staff to include operation, maintenance, and development of ...

Road & Rail Services Operations Manager Location: Greensburg, IN Schedule: Depending on business needs Position Summary: As part of an award-winning team in the logistics industry, you will provide ...

Manufacturing Supervisor

Hebron, KY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and shop floor workflow * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment * Strong communication, leadership, and problem ...

Manufacturing Supervisor

Hebron, KY

$58K - $79K/yr

Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and shop floor workflow * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment * Strong communication, leadership, and problem ...

Road & Rail Services Operations Manager Location: Greensburg, IN Schedule: Depending on business needs Position Summary: As part of an award-winning team in the logistics industry, you will provide ...

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Manufacturing Supervisor

Hebron, KY

$58K - $79K/yr

Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and shop floor workflow * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment * Strong communication, leadership, and problem ...

Required Experience: - Minimum 7 years of experience in cyber range or computer testbed environments. - Minimum 7 years of experience in Program Management or SR level DoD experience or Defense ...

Required Experience: - Minimum 7 years of experience in cyber range or computer testbed environments. - Minimum 7 years of experience in Program Management or SR level DoD experience or Defense ...

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How much do manufacturing operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for manufacturing operations manager in Sunman, IN is $97,766.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $122,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Manufacturing Operations Manager Do?

As a manufacturing operations manager, your job is to oversee the production of products at a manufacturing facility. In this role, you manage the repair schedule for machinery and ensure that all employees follow safety guidelines. You also keep tabs on inventory levels to ensure production can continue with few or no interruptions. This is primarily a management position, but because you may need to train new hires, familiarity with all manufacturing equipment and processes at your facility is helpful for this role. Manufacturing operations managers often help set work schedules, review financial statements, coordinate with other managerial staff, and provide strategic input for executives.

What does a Manufacturing Operations Manager do?

A Manufacturing Operations Manager oversees the day-to-day production processes within a manufacturing facility. They are responsible for ensuring that production runs efficiently, safely, and meets quality standards. Their role often involves coordinating staff, managing budgets, optimizing workflows, and implementing process improvements. Additionally, they work closely with other departments to ensure that production goals align with overall company objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manufacturing Operations Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manufacturing Operations Manager, you need expertise in production planning, process optimization, and a solid understanding of manufacturing principles, often supported by a degree in engineering or business management. Familiarity with ERP systems, lean manufacturing tools, and quality assurance certifications like Six Sigma is highly valuable. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills set outstanding managers apart in this role. These competencies are vital for driving productivity, maintaining quality standards, and leading teams to achieve operational goals.

What are some common challenges faced by Manufacturing Operations Managers, and how can they be addressed?

Manufacturing Operations Managers often face challenges such as balancing production efficiency with quality control, managing diverse teams, and adapting to changing customer demands or supply chain disruptions. To address these challenges, effective communication and proactive planning are essential, as is fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Leveraging technology and data analytics can also help identify bottlenecks and optimize processes, while strong leadership ensures team alignment and motivation.
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Operations Manager

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago


Copeland rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

172nd of 485 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Description

Lead the Rushville Manufacturing Launch of our new to-the-world Oil Free Centrifugal product platform. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager you will work closely with Copeland enterprise teams to accelerate and successfully introduce this program. Your focus will be on manufacturing and collaboration with Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning, Quality and Execution related colleagues such that we deliver a prepared and capable team to take ownership for all process and product related activities for the OFC ramp-up. Ensure a strong focus on customer experience, delivery assurance, establishing robust supply networks, business and manufacturing process optimization, operational flexibility and protecting expected lead times. Foundational understanding of Best-in-Class Manufacturing strategies, Critical to Quality Process Development, Copeland Business System, Program Management, Enterprise Optimization, New Product Development, and Kaizen will be helpful in the role.

Responsible for the transition of new product into full production readiness. Responsible for creating requirements and specifications for production test tools, either directly with development teams or by collaborating with product test engineers. Define and develop product support plans. Coordinates program vendor activities including design, tooling and parts suppliers to ensure cost, delivery and quality targets are met according to customer requirements and schedules. Manage operations and ensure support in place for new product line launch and production.

As the Operation Manager, you will:

  • Lead, develop, and manage a team to successfully deliver new product line compressor launch

  • Meet schedule commitments for key launch partners (Including Safe Standard Work, Product Quality, Cost, risk mitigation and operational strategies)

  • Lead cross functional teams through very complex aspects of the project

  • Lead and facilitate strategy deployment process implementation and development within the business and site locations

  • Communicate overall strategy, schedules, and resource requirements

  • Communicate project status and forward plans throughout the organization and support the enterprise with preparation and support for key meetings

  • AOP and Strategic Bowlers and action plans as needed

  • Copeland Business System Leadership & Engagement

  • Work with Leadership Teams to prioritize and resource specific new product projects

  • Lead and facilitate new product projects to impact identified critical metrics. Identify upcoming requirements, milestones, opportunities and best practices

  • Drive and improve business processes in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Distribution, IT, Human Resources, and Engineering

  • Work collaboratively with enterprise leadership team to continuously improve processes (i.e. tools, techniques, analysis, exhibits)

  • Identify and leverage Best Practices across global manufacturing sites

  • Leverage shared learnings to improve overall implementation process through Kaizen and other rapid improvement processes

  • Engage Business Units as needed to ensure that operational plans are established and on track for customer service level and supply chain excellence

Required education, experiences & skills:

  • Strong desire to optimize enterprise processes - Q2C

  • Facilitation or Consulting (Internal or External) Experience

  • Clear demonstration of getting results through teams

  • Willingness to lead others, coach and mentor, and expand accountability / leadership responsibilities

  • Prior experience in one or more of the following areas: Operations, Engineering, Product Planning, or Marketing

  • Ability to Influence across all levels of the organization

  • Demonstrated Change Leadership skills

  • Experience leading a significant change effort

  • Effectively Dealing with Ambiguity

  • Challenges appropriately

Preferred education, experiences & skills:

  • Leadership experience in any of the following key functional roles is a plus

  • Quality / Supply Chain / Operations

  • Engineering / Product Planning

  • Sales / Marketing

  • S&OP Leadership

  • Change Management


Why Work in the Rushville, IN

Our facilityis located inRushville, IN, which is less than an hour from Indianapolis.Rushville is also a short drive from larger communities such asShelbyville,Greenfield,andGreensburg. Downtown Rushville offers shopping, local eateries,aseasonalfarmer andartisanmarket, and a host of community activities at theRiverside Park Amphitheater. Awarded theStellar Communitydesignation by the State of Indiana, Rushville offers an exceptional school system, a low cost of living,and is a place where "everyone knows your name."

AboutOur Location

Our2-building campus offers a safe and clean work environment with a "family" atmosphere. We manufacture new semi-hermetic compressors and take the worn-out, failed compressors out of the field and remanufacture them to"like new"status, as well asmanufacturecrank shafts. Approximately 200 employees work in Rushville and are an integral part of our organization. A 2-building campus allows for learning and growth opportunities for all our team.


Onsite Work Arrangement:

This role is based fully onsite, and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That's why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future-for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity - and the power - to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: copeland.careers@copeland.com


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