Operations Manager
# Operations Manager **JENSEN USA, Inc.** · Panama City, FL 32405 · `On-site` 🕒 **Статус:** *Опубликовано: 3 дня назад* · *Источник: Indeed* --- ### About the Role Make your impact in a growing industry At the JENSEN-GROUP, we are passionate about what we do. We encourage you to apply your expertise and creativity in shaping the future in laundry automation, working in a safe, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment. Our corporate culture is built on customer orientation, teamwork, innovation, and a strong sense of purpose. Ready to take the next step in your career? Discover exciting opportunities with us and become part of a global leader in automation and sustainable laundry solutions. Join us to make a positive impact in a team with a fantastic corporate culture based on universal values. Our values Our success is grounded in seven core values that guide us at every level of our organization, in every location. Our values keep us on the right track to deliver future-proof solutions and maintain focus on our customer success. - Customer comes first; - We face the brutal facts; - We are committed to quality and efficiency; - We will grow the company; - We are committed to CleanTech and ESG; - We think globally and act locally; - We want our company to be a healthy and challenging work place. Working for JENSEN is a great choice As the global industry leader, we develop cutting-edge automation systems, high-tech laundry equipment, and advanced software solutions for textile services worldwide. In 2025, we celebrated 65 years of innovation - yet we continue to reinvent ourselves daily. With major investments in the latest technologies and a growing global presence, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. At the JENSEN-GROUP, you will find: - An exciting job with a strong, forward-thinking company - Excellent benefits and professional growth opportunities - A supportive, friendly work environment with flat hierarchies - An environment that encourages employees to take initiative and fosters a sense of responsibility. About the Opportunity JENSEN USA located in Panama City, Florida is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations and help strengthen safety, quality, delivery, cost control, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement. Working through functional managers and supervisors, this leader will improve operational performance and ensure the effective use of people, materials, and equipment. This is an opportunity for a hands-on leader to shape plant performance, develop teams, and drive continuous improvement in a technical manufacturing environment. What You’ll Do - Lead manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality, complete and on-time delivery, cost reduction, customer satisfaction, employee relations, and plant performance. - Coach, develop, and engage managers, supervisors, and employees while building a culture of accountability and teamwork. - Drive lean manufacturing, problem-solving, visual controls, and continuous improvement efforts that remove operational barriers and improve results. - Manage materials, inventory, production capacity, workload, labor, waste, and equipment to support business and customer needs. - Determine operational staffing needs and ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations. - Identify and lead capital investments and operational improvement projects. Manage MHT and WT projects from order placement through successful completion, coordinating with SSC project managers, installation teams, external project managers, and customers. - Improve internal JCH and CRN processes while reducing active cases. - Perform other related duties as assigned. Leadership Scope This position may directly supervise three to five managers and/or supervisors. Leadership responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning and assigning work, evaluating performance, recognizing contributions, coaching and disciplining employees, addressing concerns, and resolving problems in accordance with company policy and applicable law. What You’ll BringQualifications - Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Five to seven years of related operations, manufacturing, or leadership experience preferred. - Knowledge of Kaizen, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement practices. - Technical knowledge of materials and inventory management, production scheduling, and preventive maintenance. - Demonstrated ability to lead people, build accountability, and achieve results through others. - Ability to develop and execute short- and long-term operational plans. - Strong communication, relationship-building, project management, and problem-solving skills. - Ability to interpret technical information, procedures, blueprints, schematics, safety rules, and operating instructions. - Ability to prepare business reports and correspondence and present information effectively to employees, leaders, customers, and sister companies. - Comfort applying mathematics to production, equipment, measurement conversion, temperature, and flow-related calculations. - Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and database applications. Travel and Other Requirements A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required. National and international travel may be required up to 5% of the time, including overnight stays and occasional weekends. Physical Demands This role regularly requires the use of hands to handle parts, equipment, and office tools; reaching; sitting; standing; talking; and hearing. Occasional walking, climbing, or balancing may be required. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The Operations Manager works in both office and manufacturing settings and may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, varying noise levels, and standard manufacturing conditions. Following all safety requirements and wearing required personal protective equipment are essential parts of the role. Jensen USA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to any legally protected status. Pay: From $85,000.00 per year Benefits: - 401(k) - Dental insurance - Flexible spending account - Health insurance - Paid time off - Relocation assistance - Retirement plan - Tuition reimbursement - Vision insurance Application Question(s): - How many years of experience do you have leading operations in a manufacturing environment? - Have you directly supervised managers or supervisors and been responsible for hiring, performance management, coaching, and employee discipline? - Please briefly describe your experience using lean manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methods to improve safety, quality, delivery, or cost. - Do you have experience managing production scheduling, materials, inventory, staffing capacity, and preventive maintenance activities? Experience: - Manufacturing Environment: 5 years (Required) - Management: 3 years (Required) Work Location: In person
Наблюдалась 2026-10-16, впервые 2026-10-13, источник — Indeed.