Operations Manager

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Operations Manager

Old Dominion Brush Company LLC (ODB) | Richmond, Virginia

ODB is hiring an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, materials management, shipping/receiving, machine utilization, quality standards, plant capacity, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives. This role owns manufacturing and shipping quality for whole goods and parts, develops strategic plans to hit productivity and efficiency targets, and oversees safety, equipment maintenance, and staffing — directly or through supervisory reports.

Key Responsibilities

Direct production schedules, staffing, and materials/inventory management

Coordinate with Marketing, Engineering, Purchasing, and Production Planning on schedules, supplier relationships, and product improvements

Lead supervisors and manufacturing engineers to meet productivity, efficiency, and Lean goals

Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards

Manage performance evaluations, coaching, and personnel actions for direct reports

Analyze operational results against budget/forecast

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience

7–10 years of manufacturing/supervisory experience, preferably heavy industrial

Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, Lean techniques, and OSHA regulations

Proficiency in SolidWorks; ability to read engineering drawings and technical manuals

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Working Conditions:

Split between manufacturing floor and office; frequent walking; flexibility for overtime/weekends; occasional travel.

Why ODB?

Since 1910, ODB has manufactured municipal products and led the street sweeper brush and leaf/debris collection equipment industry for over a century. Operating a 200,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility, we're part of Alamo Group (Seguin, TX). We offer:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting Day 1

401(k) with company match upon hire, plus profit sharing

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Company-paid short/long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement and employee referral programs

V3 Certified military-friendly employer

Pay is commensurate with experience and will be in the range of $170,000 to $183,600.

Notes:

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees so classified.