Our client, a growing manufacturing company, is seeking a hands-on, organized, and tech-savvy Operations Manager to fully lead and manage their office team and day-to-day operations.

This role is responsible for both the people and processes that keep the operations running efficiently, including key areas such as estimating, purchasing, customer service, HR, and IT.

The Operations Manager will serve as the go-to leader for all front-office activities, ensuring tasks are completed, teams are supported, and workflows are aligned with overall company goals. This is a people-first leadership role, requiring strong team management, systems thinking, and a proactive approach to improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the front office, ensuring smooth execution of all tasks and communication.
• Supervise and support team members responsible for core functions such as estimating, purchasing, customer service, HR, and IT.
• Help prioritize and delegate office tasks to keep projects moving and timelines on track.
• Coordinate closely with the Production Manager to maintain alignment between the office and production floor.
• Implement and improve internal systems and workflows to drive efficiency and clarity.
• Maintain organization of documentation, schedules, communications, and reporting.
• Support onboarding and basic HR functions, ensuring policies and records are kept accurate and up to date.
• Oversee general administrative operations, including technology tools, software platforms, and office needs.

Skills:

• Strong organization & follow-through – able to keep many moving parts under control.
• Multitasking & prioritization – can handle multiple responsibilities without missing a beat.
• Detail-oriented – catches the small things that keep operations running smoothly.
• Tech-savvy & systems-minded – comfortable learning new tools and driving improvements.
• People-first leadership – supports team members with empathy and clear direction.
• Clear communicator – keeps everyone on the same page, both in writing and verbally.
• Collaborative mindset – works closely with other leaders to unify operations.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in office, operations, or administrative management (manufacturing or production setting preferred).
• Experience overseeing teams and coordinating cross-functional tasks or projects.
• Proficiency in office tools (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace); experience with ERP or industry-specific platforms is a plus.
• Familiarity with basic HR functions (onboarding, time tracking, compliance).
• Ability to adapt to evolving responsibilities as the company grows and shifts.

Location: Parsippany, NJ
Salary: $100K

Compensation: $100,000.00