Operations Manager

Title: Operations Manager 

Compensation: $90,000 - $100,000 annually depending on experience 

Location: Forest Lake, MN 

About The Job: 

Lakeside HR Group has been engaged by our client to recruit for an Operations Manager to lead their truck/van assembly lines, oversee daily operations, maintain quality standards, and ensure production efficiency. The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing leader who can motivate teams, solve mechanical challenges, and continuously improve production processes in a fast-paced environment. Their ideal candidate will be driven, positive and collaborative. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Oversee daily operations of the truck/van production and assembly line to ensure production goals, safety standards, and quality expectations are met.  

• Provide hands-on leadership and troubleshooting support for mechanical and assembly challenges within the truck production process.  

• Lead and support a team of production technicians and assemblers to maintain efficiency, productivity, and quality standards.  

• Coordinate workflow and schedules for production staff.  

• Collaborate with engineering and design teams on new products and manufacturing processes.  

• Work closely with the quality control team to maintain high manufacturing standards.  

• Monitor production metrics and job times to identify opportunities for improvement.  

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.  

• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime.  

• Review employee timecards and assist with scheduling and time-off requests.  

• Support a positive, team-focused production environment.  

• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management. 

 

Required Skills: 

• Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience leading or supervising employees in a manufacturing or production environment.  

• 3+ years of manufacturing or production leadership experience preferred. 

 • Previous manufacturing experience in a similar industry required.  

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.  

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.  

• Professional automotive experience preferred.  

• Ability to analyze production data and drive process improvements.  

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with tools, vehicle components, or mechanical systems preferred.  

• Experience in vehicle, truck, van, or automotive manufacturing is a plus.  

• Experience with SolidWorks is considered an asset.  

• Self-motivated with the ability to follow tasks through to completion. 

Benefits: 

• 401(k)  

• Dental insurance  

• Employee discount  

• Health insurance  

• Health savings account  

• Life insurance  

• Paid time off  

• Referral program  

• Vision insurance 

About Lakeside HR Group: 

At Lakeside HR Group, we understand that finding the right job is essential for your career success. We are a boutique-style human resources consulting and recruiting firm dedicated to providing personalized, tailored solutions. When you partner with us, you are not just getting a recruiter; you are getting the entire Lakeside team working together to support your career goals. 

Partner with us at Lakeside HR Group, where we are more than just a recruiting firm; we are your partners in achieving your career aspirations.