Production Operations Manager
📍 Colorado Springs, CO | 💼 Full-Time | Exempt
💰 $70,000–$75,000 DOE
🕒 Monday–Friday | On-Site
We are partnering with a growing Colorado Springs-based manufacturing and fulfillment operation seeking an experienced Production Operations Manager to oversee warehouse operations, production workflows, inventory management, fulfillment, shipping, and process improvement initiatives.
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced operational environments and enjoys driving efficiencies, leading teams, improving processes, and helping organizations scale for growth.
The ideal candidate brings strong operational leadership experience across warehouse, production, inventory, fulfillment, logistics, and team management functions. This role will work closely with company leadership and play a key role in optimizing workflows, improving productivity, and supporting ongoing operational growth.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Direct visibility and collaboration with company leadership
- Opportunity to lead operational improvements and process optimization initiatives
- Stable, growing organization with long-term career potential
- Hands-on leadership role with operational ownership and impact
- Team-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement and efficiency
Position Overview
The Production Operations Manager will oversee daily warehouse and production activities, inventory accuracy, fulfillment operations, shipping/logistics coordination, and operational process improvements. This position is responsible for maintaining efficient workflows, supporting KPI tracking, managing staff productivity, and helping scale operations effectively.
This individual will lead a small operations team and support temporary staffing coordination during seasonal or peak production periods.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse & Production Operations
- Oversee day-to-day warehouse, inventory, fulfillment, and production activities
- Coordinate inbound/outbound shipping and logistics operations
- Maintain organized and efficient warehouse workflows and layouts
- Ensure inventory accuracy and proper inventory movement tracking
- Support fulfillment timelines and shipping accuracy
Team Leadership
- Lead, train, and support warehouse and production staff
- Conduct daily team coordination meetings and workflow planning
- Assist with staffing coordination, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management
- Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment
Operational Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve workflow, productivity, and operational efficiency
- Help implement Lean/continuous improvement initiatives and process standardization
- Develop and maintain SOPs and operational documentation
- Monitor KPIs and operational metrics to support business decisions
Quality & Compliance
- Support quality control processes and operational consistency
- Ensure safe warehouse operations and OSHA compliance
- Assist with equipment oversight and facility organization
Qualifications
- 5+ years of warehouse, production, fulfillment, or operations management experience required
- Experience leading teams in warehouse or manufacturing environments
- Strong inventory management and logistics coordination experience
- Experience with ERP, warehouse management, or fulfillment systems preferred
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
- Experience with Lean, Kaizen, 5S, or continuous improvement initiatives preferred
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite and operational software systems
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
Ideal Backgrounds May Include
- Operations Manager
- Warehouse Manager
- Production Manager
- Fulfillment Manager
- Distribution Supervisor
- Manufacturing Operations Lead
- Logistics & Inventory Manager
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Retirement plan with company match
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operations professional looking to join a growing organization where they can make a direct impact on warehouse, production, and fulfillment operations while helping drive long-term operational success.