Operations Manager

Idex Corporation
Wooster, OH

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses ( around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Implementing and coordinating the strategic plan for manufacturing and shipment of products to meet customer expectations. This role involves strategic planning, managing daily operations, and coordinating with various departments to achieve the company's production goals.

REPORTS TO (Title) : Director of Operations

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and implement strategic manufacturing plans to meet business objectives.
  • Oversee daily operations, including production and planning.
  • Implement lean manufacturing methods to optimize productivity and reduce costs.
  • Monitor manufacturing processes, identify issues, and implement solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Collaborate with other departments such as sales, engineering, and finance to improve manufacturing processes.
  • Manage a team of manufacturing staff, including hiring, training, and professional development.
  • Review and manage budgets and resources.
  • Report on operational performance.
  • Promote a safe and efficient work environment.
  • All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND REQUIRED ABILITIES:

  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing principles.
  • Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
  • Ability to analyze and improve processes.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency with JD Edwards and Microsoft Office Suite.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Ability to move within office and manufacturing enviornment, write by hand and keyboard, and perform general office functions.
  • Ability to communicate by speech and hearing via phone and in person.
  • Visual acuity needed for close detail work and computer use.
  • 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.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

Job Family: Operations

Business Unit: Akron Brass

Posted 2026-03-20

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