Operations Manager
Company: M3 Placement
Location: Albany
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Position Summary Our client is
hiring an Operations Manager! Are you a strategic thinker with a
passion for driving results and leading high-performing teams? This
is your opportunity to step into a pivotal role where you’ll shape
the future of daily operations across multiple production
departments and business functions. In this fast-paced, hands-on
position, you’ll be at the heart of operational
excellence—streamlining processes, boosting productivity, and
aligning performance with bold company goals. Our client is looking
for a powerhouse leader who thrives on challenges, inspires
continuous improvement, and brings a sharp, growth-focused mindset
to everything they do. If you're ready to make a big impact and
grow with a company that values innovation and leadership—we want
to hear from you! Responsibilities · Oversee daily operations of
the fabric, metal, and print shops, as well as the
warehouse/shipping & receiving department. · Manage the Inventory
Manager and Purchasing Manager, providing direction, support, and
accountability. · Lead a team of approximately 6 direct reports and
45 indirect employees, ensuring strong performance, alignment, and
development. · Collaborate closely with the design/engineering
group and sales team to align production capabilities with customer
needs, new product development, and project requirements. · Drive
operational excellence through both day-to-day execution
(scheduling, staffing, workflow, productivity) and strategic
initiatives (lean, 5S, ERP/CRM integration, continuous
improvement). · Ensure departments consistently meet or exceed
KPIs: on-time delivery, order accuracy, safety, labor efficiency,
and waste reduction. · Support vendor management indirectly through
oversight of the purchasing function. · Champion a culture of
safety, quality, and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance
with standards and regulations. · Partner with senior leadership to
align operations with growth and profitability goals. · Be
available on-call as required to support urgent operational needs.
Requirements · 10–12 years of progressive experience in operations
or manufacturing management, ideally within a fast-paced, custom
manufacturing environment. · Strong knowledge of ERP systems, lean
manufacturing principles, 5S, and technical drawings. · Proven
record of leading teams to deliver measurable improvements in
efficiency, throughput, and quality. · Skilled at making
data-driven decisions, solving problems, and motivating teams. · A
collaborative, hands-on leader who is also assertive and
results-focused. · Nice to have: Six Sigma certification, OSHA
training, forklift certification. Work Environment & Benefits ·
Full-time, onsite role (first shift, with on-call responsibility as
needed). · Salary range: $100-140K · Health insurance, 401(k), and
PTO provided in accordance with company policies. M3 Placement and
Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression,
sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age,
veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Keywords: M3 Placement, Utica , Operations Manager, Manufacturing , Albany, New York
