Kaspar Outdoors: Manufacturing Operations Lead at Kaspar Outdoors

Bryan, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Coaching, Accountability, Data-Driven Decision Making, KPIs, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing Workflows, SOPs, Quality Systems, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Standard Work, Problem Solving, Kaizen, Communication, ERP/MRP

Industry

Sporting Goods

Description

Description Kaspar Outdoors Job Description: Manufacturing Operations Leader Do you thrive on leading teams to deliver world-class safety, quality, and on-time results—every day? Are you energized by developing people, solving problems in real time, and improving manufacturing performance through lean thinking? Do you enjoy working across Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to remove barriers and scale production? Do the values of stewardship, versatility, and family resonate strongly with you? Then, Kaspar Outdoors is right for you! Job Summary Kaspar Outdoors is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Leader to oversee daily production while driving continuous improvement across machining, assembly, and/or finishing. This role combines hands-on floor leadership with ownership of performance metrics, team development, and operational improvement to support growth and scalability. Key Responsibilities Daily Operations Leadership Lead daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets Coordinate staffing, job assignments, and production priorities Monitor work-in-process and remove constraints impacting throughput or schedule Enforce standard work, PPE, and 5S discipline Complete and review production reporting, labor tracking, and shift communication Team Development Coach, train, and develop operators, team leads, and supervisors Support onboarding, cross-training, and skill development Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement Conduct performance feedback and development conversations Performance Ownership Own area performance for safety, quality, delivery, labor efficiency, and cost Establish and monitor KPIs Lead daily and weekly tier meetings to review results and drive actions Continuous Improvement Drive lean initiatives (5S, standard work, problem solving, kaizen) Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions Partner with Engineering and Quality to improve yield and reduce rework Improve workflow, layout, and process stability Cross-Functional Coordination Partner with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance Escalate equipment, material, or process issues quickly Support capital equipment planning and implementation Skills and Competencies Strong leadership with the ability to motivate, coach, and hold teams accountable Data-driven decision making using KPIs and root cause analysis Working knowledge of manufacturing workflows, SOPs, and quality systems Lean manufacturing mindset and execution capability Strong communication across shifts and cross-functional teams Experience with ERP/MRP and production reporting systems preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED required Associate, technical degree, or Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience) 5+ years manufacturing experience 2+ years in a leadership role (lead, supervisor, or manager) Experience leading multiple processes or production areas preferred Ability to read work instructions, drawings, and use basic measurement tools as applicable Physical Requirements Frequent walking and standing in production areas Occasional bending, reaching, pushing/pulling Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally Ability to wear required PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes) Work Environment This role works primarily on the manufacturing floor with noise, moving equipment, and temperature variation, along with some office work. Required PPE must be worn in production areas. Benefits Health Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance 401k Paid Time Off Profit Sharing Counseling

Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Operations Leader will oversee daily production activities, ensuring targets for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity are met while coordinating staffing and monitoring work-in-process constraints. This role also involves significant team development through coaching, training, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.