An Operations Manager manages operations for a specific area within a company or organization. Supervises staff, oversees quality control, process improvement, and budget management for daily work activities. Has significant authority within their area of responsibility such as hiring, training, and managing staff.
ASAP Sponsorship is not available Relocation assistance is available Extrusion Operations Manager Description Our client in precision manufacturing is looking for an Extrusion Operations Manager to join their team in Central Connecticut. You will lead the development of a new extrusion capability, combining hands-on process development, equipment setup, sample production, and ongoing manufacturing support. Our client needs someone with multi-lumen tubing experience who can develop processes, complete changeovers, troubleshoot equipment, and deliver repeatable results. You must be comfortable working directly on the production floor while balancing technical projects, customer needs, and long-term operational planning. This role offers ownership of an expanding manufacturing capability and the opportunity to shape its processes, resources, and future team. Extrusion Operations Manager Responsibilities Commission and support precision plastic extrusion equipment Develop multi-lumen tubing processes for samples and production Set operating parameters and improve process repeatability Complete line setups, changeovers, and equipment troubleshooting Specify dies, mandrels, and related extrusion tooling Run sample batches and adjust processes to meet tolerances Manage technical projects from development through production Coordinate project timelines, risks, costs, and status updates Provide technical input for quotes and manufacturing estimates Evaluate materials, tooling, equipment, and outside resources Maintain procedures and documentation within the quality system Improve extrusion efficiency, reliability, and product consistency Train additional team members as production demand increases Extrusion Operations Manager Qualifications 4+ years of plastic or polymer extrusion operations experience required Multi-lumen tubing process development and production experience required Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting extrusion lines required Experience developing new extrusion processes and applications required Experience with extrusion dies, mandrels, and tooling changes required About #twiceasnice Recruiting Across industries, roles, and North America, we help clients quickly attract top talent with custom-built searches. With the lowest fee in the industry, the longest guarantee, and commission-free senior recruiters - we align our interests with the long-term success of every placement. Need recruiting help? www.twonice.com
Pay:
$100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you live within a commutable distance to Waterbury, CT or willing to relocate? The salary range is $100,000 - $150,000 + Annual Bonus Potential + Benefits. What is your desired salary range?
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
plastic or polymer extrusion operations : 4 years (Required) multi-lumen tubing process development and production : 4 years (Required) setting up, operating and troubleshooting extrusion lines : 4 years (Required) developing new extrusion processes and applications : 4 years (Required) extrusion dies, mandrels, and tooling changes : 4 years (Required)
