Position Summary
The Operations Manager I is responsible for overall site operations, aligning production, maintenance, quality and logistics to meet plant KPIs. This role sets daily and weekly priorities, manages resources, and ensures safe, reliable execution. The Operations Manager I develops site leaders and drive3s consistency in how work is planned and performed.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Production Management:
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure timely and cost-effective production.
- Monitor production schedules, inventory levels, and workflow to meet customer demand.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline employees.
- Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and performance.
- Quality & Compliance:
- Ensure products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Implement and maintain quality control systems and procedures.
- Safety & Environmental:
- Enforce safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company sustainability goals.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to drive operational excellence.
- Resource Management:
- Manage labor, equipment, and materials to optimize plant performance.
- Coordinate with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and uptime.
- Reporting & Communication:
- Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior leadership.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including supply chain, engineering, and quality assurance.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering preferred; strong operations leadership experience required.
- MBA or advanced degrees preferred for some organizations.
- Experience
- 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing management.
- Expertise in managing (at the plant level):
- Production
- Supply chain
- Workforce planning
- KPIs
- Cross-functional coordination.
Work Competency Levels
Competency #1 - Technical Knowledge
Advanced
Competency #2 - Quality of Work
Advanced
Competency #3 - Communication
Advanced
Competency #4 - Critical Thinking
Advanced
Competency #5 - Safety
Strong
Competency #6 - Dependability
Strong
Competency #7 - Teamwork
Strong
Competency #8 - Adaptability & Flexibility
Strong
Our Benefits
We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.
Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
Incentive Plans
401(k) with employer contribution and match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Training and Career Progression
Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Strong operations leadership experience
- 7-10 years of manufacturing management experience
- Expertise managing production
- Expertise managing supply chain
- Expertise in workforce planning
- Experience tracking and managing KPIs
- Experience coordinating cross-functional teams
- Knowledge and application of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
- Bachelor's degree in business or engineering
- MBA or advanced degree
Apogee Enterprises Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Apogee Enterprises and has not been reviewed or approved by Apogee Enterprises.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Ownership via an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a company match is positioned as a core element of total rewards, enhancing long‑term value beyond base pay. Plan updates and corporate materials emphasize this equity component as a meaningful part of compensation.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer contribution and match is consistently highlighted, signaling solid support for long‑term savings. Job materials and corporate content frame retirement plans as a key pillar of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness and mental‑health resources include screenings, flu shots for employees and dependents, and an EAP with multiple counseling visits plus an online CBT tool. These offerings indicate tangible investment in wellbeing beyond core medical coverage.
Apogee Enterprises Insights
What We Do
By definition, Apogee means "highest point." It's no coincidence that it's also the name of our company. For over 70 years it is a name that has inspired and driven us to achieve a higher level of excellence in all we do. We are not satisfied with the status quo. We aim higher, think bigger, and endeavor to create even more value for every Apogee stakeholder. We strive to create peak value. Apogee is a leader in architectural products and services. Our glass and aluminum window, storefront and curtainwall systems make buildings look great, reduce energy consumption, and protect occupants and property. Our highly skilled team designs glass and metal building façades, completes massive orders for skyscrapers on time, and manages complex window, curtainwall and storefront installation projects. We are also a leader in the protection and conservation of all things framed and displayed. Our Tru Vue business provides high-performance glass and acrylic products for the custom framing, fine art, and technical glass markets.
