Operations Manager

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office. ____________________ Position Overview   Reporting to the Director, Plant Manager,  The Operations Manager is responsible for leading manufacturing operations within a fast-paced production environment, ensuring achievement of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity (SQDCP) objectives. This leader develops supervisors, drives continuous improvement initiatives, improves operational performance, and partners across the business to support customer commitments and profitable growth. The ideal candidate will be a visible shop-floor leader with strong Lean Manufacturing and people leadership experience. Key Responsibilities   Operational Leadership & Execution   Lead daily operations to deliver on key performance metrics including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity  Translate business objectives into actionable operational plans and ensure disciplined execution  Monitor production or service outputs, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions  Continuous Improvement   Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies  Identify process inefficiencies and lead initiatives to improve throughput, reduce waste, and optimize cost structure  Establish standard work and ensure adherence to best practices  Team Leadership & Talent Development   Lead, coach, and develop frontline supervisors and operational teams  Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, engagement, and development  Support workforce planning, succession planning, and talent capability building  Safety & Compliance   Champion a strong safety culture; ensure compliance with all regulatory and company safety standards  Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and prevention strategies  Ensure adherence to quality systems, policies, and regulatory requirements  Performance Management & Analytics   Establish and track KPIs; leverage data to drive decision-making and performance improvements  Prepare and present operational performance updates to senior leadership  Use metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities  Cross-Functional Collaboration   Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, HR, Finance, and Commercial teams to optimize end-to-end operations  Support new product introductions, process changes, and capital projects  Align operational priorities with customer requirements and business needs  Financial & Resource Management   Manage operational budgets, cost controls, and resource allocation  Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and service levels  Optimize labor, materials, and equipment utilization  Qualifications   Education & Experience   Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or related field  7–10+ years of progressive operations experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments  3+ years of leadership experience managing teams and supervisors  Technical & Functional Skills   Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence frameworks  Experience with ERP systems and operational data analysis  Knowledge of safety, quality, and regulatory requirements  Leadership Competencies   Proven ability to lead through others and drive operational accountability  Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills  Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels  Results-oriented with strong execution discipline  Preferred Qualifications   Master’s degree (MBA or related field)  Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)  Experience in multi-site or complex operational environments  Working Conditions   Fast-paced operational environment with regular presence on the floor/site  May include extended hours, shift support, or travel depending on business needs  Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) Paid Time Off and Holidays 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Paid Leaves Tuition Assistance About Regal Rexnord Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or govern