Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Operations Manager Position Summary The Operations Manager is responsible for leading daily plant ...
20 Alkegen Operations Jobs Hiring Near You
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Operations Manager Position Summary The Operations Manager is responsible for leading daily plant ...
Operations Manager
Fulton, NY · On-site
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Operations Manager Position Summary The Operations Manager is responsible for leading daily plant ...
Operations Manager
Fulton, NY · On-site
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Operations Manager Position Summary The Operations Manager is responsible for leading daily plant ...
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty ...
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty ...
Operations Intern-2
Hoosick Falls, NY · On-site
$20/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty ...
Operations Intern-2
Hoosick Falls, NY · On-site
$20/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty ...
Directeur des Operations
Saint-elzear, QC · On-site
Job Requirements Directeur des Operations Poste permanent Saint-Elzear Alkegen a reuni deux des ... Alkegen offre une gamme d'opportunites de carriere dynamiques a l'echelle mondiale. Des operateurs ...
Directeur des Operations
Saint-elzear, QC · On-site
Job Requirements Directeur des Operations Poste permanent Saint-Elzear Alkegen a reuni deux des ... Alkegen offre une gamme d'opportunites de carriere dynamiques a l'echelle mondiale. Des operateurs ...
Job Requirements Directeur des Operations Poste permanent Saint-Elzear Alkegen a reuni deux des ... Alkegen offre une gamme d'opportunites de carriere dynamiques a l'echelle mondiale. Des operateurs ...
Job Requirements Directeur des Operations Poste permanent Saint-Elzear Alkegen a reuni deux des ... Alkegen offre une gamme d'opportunites de carriere dynamiques a l'echelle mondiale. Des operateurs ...
Hand
$27.40/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Operates similar production machines to perform similar operations or produce similar parts. Jobs ...
Hand
$27.40/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Operates similar production machines to perform similar operations or produce similar parts. Jobs ...
... operations demands * Ability to flex team during off seasons; providing scope to cross train team members, increasing overall familiarity of all Alkegen products and to share engineer resource to ...
... operations demands * Ability to flex team during off seasons; providing scope to cross train team members, increasing overall familiarity of all Alkegen products and to share engineer resource to ...
Hand
Beaver Falls, NY · On-site
$27.40/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Operates similar production machines to perform similar operations or produce similar parts. Jobs ...
Hand
Beaver Falls, NY · On-site
$27.40/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Operates similar production machines to perform similar operations or produce similar parts. Jobs ...
WNY Buyer
Buffalo, NY · On-site
$53K - $71K/yr
Operations, Accounting, Receiving, Maintenance, Engineering, Customer Service, R&D, and Quality • Schedule transportation to and from vendors as well as other Alkegen worldwide sites • Issue ...
WNY Buyer
Buffalo, NY · On-site
$53K - $71K/yr
Operations, Accounting, Receiving, Maintenance, Engineering, Customer Service, R&D, and Quality • Schedule transportation to and from vendors as well as other Alkegen worldwide sites • Issue ...
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Product Operation Set-Ups must be performed as instructed through Operation Set-Up Sheets, Plant ...
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Product Operation Set-Ups must be performed as instructed through Operation Set-Up Sheets, Plant ...
WNY Buyer
$53K - $71K/yr
Operations, Accounting, Receiving, Maintenance, Engineering, Customer Service, R&D, and Quality Schedule transportation to and from vendors as well as other Alkegen worldwide sites Issue Supplier ...
WNY Buyer
$53K - $71K/yr
Operations, Accounting, Receiving, Maintenance, Engineering, Customer Service, R&D, and Quality Schedule transportation to and from vendors as well as other Alkegen worldwide sites Issue Supplier ...
Production Operator I
$16.50 - $19.75/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Product Operation Set-Ups must be performed as instructed through Operation Set-Up Sheets, Plant ...
Production Operator I
$16.50 - $19.75/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Product Operation Set-Ups must be performed as instructed through Operation Set-Up Sheets, Plant ...
Manufacturing Operator I - 2nd Shift
Lancaster, PA · On-site
$17 - $20.50/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Responsible for continuous operation of machinery in order to eliminate any unnecessary downtime.
Manufacturing Operator I - 2nd Shift
Lancaster, PA · On-site
$17 - $20.50/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Responsible for continuous operation of machinery in order to eliminate any unnecessary downtime.
Third Hand
$22.50/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Third Hand assists Machine Tender and Back Tender on the setup, operation and cleanup of product ...
Third Hand
$22.50/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Third Hand assists Machine Tender and Back Tender on the setup, operation and cleanup of product ...
Production Operator I
Rochester, NH · On-site
$16.50 - $19.75/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Product Operation Set-Ups must be performed as instructed through Operation Set-Up Sheets, Plant ...
Production Operator I
Rochester, NH · On-site
$16.50 - $19.75/hr
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Product Operation Set-Ups must be performed as instructed through Operation Set-Up Sheets, Plant ...
Program Manager
Detroit, MI · On-site
Ensure smooth transfer of the product and process to the Operations team, facilitating a "turnkey" ready to run process with a product that meets Alkegen and customer requirements * Facilitate ...
Program Manager
Detroit, MI · On-site
Ensure smooth transfer of the product and process to the Operations team, facilitating a "turnkey" ready to run process with a product that meets Alkegen and customer requirements * Facilitate ...
Alkegen offre une gamme d'opportunites de carriere dynamiques a l'echelle mondiale. Des operateurs ... De la fibre a l'action En collaboration avec le Directeur des operations, voici ce qui t'attend:
Alkegen offre une gamme d'opportunites de carriere dynamiques a l'echelle mondiale. Des operateurs ... De la fibre a l'action En collaboration avec le Directeur des operations, voici ce qui t'attend:
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Responsible for continuous operation of machinery in order to eliminate any unnecessary downtime.
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Responsible for continuous operation of machinery in order to eliminate any unnecessary downtime.
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Responsible for continuous operation of machinery in order to eliminate any unnecessary downtime.
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new ... Responsible for continuous operation of machinery in order to eliminate any unnecessary downtime.
ALKEGEN Jobs Information
Do workers at Alkegen get paid breaks?
77% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Does Alkegen pay people when they’re sick?
70% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
At Alkegen, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
42% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Is the health insurance from Alkegen affordable enough for their workers?
84% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Alkegen?
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
- 50% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 17% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 33% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
Do workers at Alkegen worry about hours?
38% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do Alkegen workers get to choose the shifts they work?
75% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
How easy is it for Alkegen workers to change shifts?
91% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at Alkegen?
86% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do Alkegen managers change schedules at the last minute?
75% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Do jobs at Alkegen spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Alkegen?
77% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Is working at Alkegen good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
60% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
Do people at Alkegen feel treated with respect by their managers?
36% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Do people at Alkegen get to take their breaks without interruption?
43% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Alkegen?
76% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Do people at Alkegen enjoy their jobs?
50% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people at Alkegen recommend working with their team?
76% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Alkegen?
67% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Alkegen?
In the last year, 62% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Do people think Alkegen’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
96% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Alkegen is doing?
65% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Alkegen rating
6.5
Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Why work for us?
Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we're delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.
With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry's most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.
Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we're always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!
Operations Manager
Position Summary
The Operations Manager is responsible for leading daily plant operations in a high-volume Tier 1/Tier 2 automotive manufacturing environment. This role drives operational excellence across production, quality, safety, cost, and delivery performance, while supporting strategic initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
The position serves as the Plant Manager's key operational partner and acts as the primary leader for manufacturing execution, workforce management, and lean transformation.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDIPC) targets
- Lead production, maintenance, logistics, and engineering functions to ensure seamless plant performance
- Drive adherence to production schedules and customer delivery requirements
- Act as Plant Manager in their absence
Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing
- Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and CI initiatives (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, standard work)
- Identify and execute productivity improvements, waste reduction, and cost-saving initiatives
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for operational issues
- Establish a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Quality & Customer Performance
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 / ISO quality standards
- Drive internal and external quality performance, including PPM reduction and customer satisfaction
- Partner with quality teams on audits, containment, and corrective actions
- Support APQP, PPAP, and launch activities
Safety & Compliance
- Promote a zero-incident safety culture and ensure compliance with all Federal, State, Local, and Company HSEQ regulations.
- Lead safety programs, audits, and corrective actions
- Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance
- Maintain Alkegen's highest level of safety standards on site including identifying and correcting unsafe conditions and unsafe acts. Will embody Alkegen's core safety principles including but not limited to The Seven Safety Absolutes, use of PPE, and Safe Standards of Work at all times.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of supervisors, managers, and department leaders
- Drive employee engagement, accountability, and performance management
- Support workforce planning, training, and succession planning
- Conduct monthly one-on-one coaching sessions with direct reports and complete annual performance appraisals
- Foster a positive labor relations environment (union experience)
Financial & Business Performance
- Manage plant operating budgets and drive cost control initiatives
- Analyze KPIs and financial metrics to improve plant profitability
- Support capital investment planning and execution
- Optimize labor efficiency and resource utilization
New Program Launch & Engineering Support
- Support new product launches and capacity expansions
- Collaborate with engineering and program management teams to meet timing and cost targets
- Ensure smooth ramp-up and operational readiness
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Safety (Gembas, BSO, Recordables, Lost Time Incidents)
- On-time delivery (OTIF)
- Inventory
- Scrap and PPM rates
- OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
- Labor efficiency and productivity
- Cost performance vs. budget
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field required
Experience
- 7 to 10 years of experience in automotive manufacturing (Tier 1 preferred)
- 5+ years in leadership roles within plant operations
- Union environment experience
- Strong background in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Launch experience with all customers with an automotive OEM customer focus
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and team-building capabilities
- Deep understanding of automotive quality systems (IATF 16949)
- Proven ability to drive operational performance and cultural change
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Financial acumen and data-driven mindset
- Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt)
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Salary Range: 115k-143k
If you are interested in being part of a world class manufacturing function here at Alkegen then we would love to hear from you.
At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people - ALL PEOPLE - breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran's status, or any other protected class.