Operations Manager

About APPLIED Adhesives

We have you covered. Nobody knows more about adhesives than APPLIED Adhesives. We are passionate about solving complex challenges with innovative adhesive products and offerings. APPLIED is the industry leader in helping manage costs, reduce waste, and make entire operations run more efficiently. From adhesives, equipment, parts, and service, we have you covered.

We are seeking a highly skilled Operations Manager to oversee our manufacturing facility in Brooklyn Center, MN. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the plant's operations, including production, quality control, safety, and maintenance. This is an on-site role, located in Brooklyn Center, MN. Only candidates who live in the Twin Cities, MN. area will be considered.

• Develop and implement process improvements using Lean strategies to improve production efficiency and cost reduction.
• Ensure that all production targets are met or exceeded.
• Manage and motivate a team of production staff.
• Ensure that all products meet or exceed quality standards.
• Ensure that all safety regulations are followed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Manage plant maintenance and repair activities.n
• Identify and support improvement opportunities for processes to support company objectives and customer expectations.

• Thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while balancing production, quality, and safety.
• Lead with accountability, motivating teams and driving high performance.
• Use data to improve processes, control costs, and ensure on-time delivery.

• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Consistently operates machinery.
• Frequently moves items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred;
  High School diploma with relevant experience required.
• 2+ years of proven manufacturing management experience required.
• Strong leadership and management skills required.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills required.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures required.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures required.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• 401k Match
• Flexible and Team-Oriented work environment
• Generous PTO policy
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career and talent development opportunities as well as opportunities for personal growth

In today’s dynamic business landscape, these core values serve as the compass guiding our actions and decisions. Whether it’s demonstrating leadership, fostering collaboration, igniting passion, upholding integrity, or maintaining a relentless customer focus, these principles shape our mission, vision and values, and drive our commitment to excellence.

• Leadership We are the leaders we wish to follow at work and in our communities.
• Collaborative One team delivering exceptional value and service.
• Passion We enthusiastically pursue excellence.
• Integrity We choose to be ethical and trustworthy.
• Relentless Customer Focus Our customers are at the heart of everything we do.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Typical work is in a climate-controlled environment requiring regular use of computer and electronic equipment.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.