Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Old Dominion Brush Company LLC (ODB) | Richmond, Virginia

ODB is hiring an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, materials management, shipping/receiving, machine utilization, quality standards, plant capacity, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives. This role owns manufacturing and shipping quality for whole goods and parts, develops strategic plans to hit productivity and efficiency targets, and oversees safety, equipment maintenance, and staffing — directly or through supervisory reports.

Key Responsibilities

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Direct production schedules, staffing, and materials/inventory management

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Coordinate with Marketing, Engineering, Purchasing, and Production Planning on schedules, supplier relationships, and product improvements

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Lead supervisors and manufacturing engineers to meet productivity, efficiency, and Lean goals

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Manage performance evaluations, coaching, and personnel actions for direct reports

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Analyze operational results against budget/forecast

Qualifications

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> 7–10 years of manufacturing/supervisory experience, preferably heavy industrial

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, Lean techniques, and OSHA regulations

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Proficiency in SolidWorks; ability to read engineering drawings and technical manuals

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Working Conditions:

Split between manufacturing floor and office; frequent walking; flexibility for overtime/weekends; occasional travel.

Why ODB?

Since 1910, ODB has manufactured municipal products and led the street sweeper brush and leaf/debris collection equipment industry for over a century. Operating a 200,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility, we're part of Alamo Group (Seguin, TX). We offer:

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting Day 1

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> 401(k) with company match upon hire, plus profit sharing

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Company-paid short/long-term disability

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Tuition reimbursement and employee referral programs

• p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> V3 Certified military-friendly employer

Pay is commensurate with experience and will be in the range of $170,000 to $183,600.

Notes:

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees so classified.

Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).