Hiring: Operations Manager Company: Brightpath Associates LLC Location: Duluth, MN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 21:06:01 About the job Required Skills: •Looking for a hands-on Operations Manager to oversee shop and daily business operations. •Managing shop scheduling, workflow, staffing, and resource allocation. •Ensuring parts and materials are available before work begins. •Keeping bays organized, scheduled, and productive. •Applying practical 5S organization principles. •Providing employees with clear direction and accountability. •Improving inventory, purchasing, labor tracking, and job costing. •Developing and training standard operating procedures. Qualifications: •Operations leadership experience in manufacturing, fabrication, truck upfitting, heavy equipment, or trailer service. •Practical knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, PTOs, and hydraulic pumps. •Strong scheduling, workflow-management, and organizational skills. •Operational familiarity with inventory, purchasing, job costing, ERP systems, and operating metrics. •Strong communication and problem-solving skills. •Commitment to quality, safety, customer service, and responsible spending. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!