Sr. Operations Manager at Itron, Inc.

Walhalla, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operational Leadership, Manufacturing Processes, Safety, Quality, Cost Management, Delivery Management, Profit and Loss Management, Data-Driven Decisions, Capacity Planning, Resource Allocation, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodologies, Root Cause Analysis, Team Building, Budgeting, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Utilities

Description

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us. The Sr. Operations Manager leads day‑to‑day production activities to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets at our manufacturing facility in West Union, SC. This role requires strong operational leadership, a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, quality, supply chain, and program teams. The Operations Manager enables reliable production performance, supports revenue commitments, and ensures customer‑centric execution across the operation. Duties & Responsibilities Execute operational plans and objectives aligned to overall company strategy, maintaining an agile and customer‑centric mindset. Responsible for the Profit and Loss of the assigned operational area. Strong Leadership in driving and delivering positive results to the business through both daily management and strategic initiatives. Oversee daily production operations, making data‑driven decisions to ensure performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Communicate effectively with customers and internal leadership, providing authentic and clear updates on performance and improvement actions. Maintain productivity, efficiency, and quality within assigned areas, holding teams accountable for expected outcomes. Manage capacity planning, resource allocation, material flow, and budgeting activities. Ensure all products meet customer requirements for schedule, quality, and regulatory compliance. Drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies; promote an innovative, waste‑reducing culture across teams. Research and recommend technology, equipment, or system investments to optimize production and reduce conversion cost. Ensure operational ownership of safety, quality, cost, and volume targets within the assigned area. Track and improve key plant metrics (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Volume) using structured problem‑solving methods. Build and develop strong, collaborative teams—both salaried and hourly—fostering a positive and accountable workplace culture. Partner with planning, quality, engineering, supply chain, and R&D to ensure smooth, aligned execution of customer orders. Establish operating rhythms to support communication, recognition, and engagement throughout the plant. Support resolution of complex cross‑functional issues using structured problem‑solving and root cause analysis. Identify and communicate actionable operational insights to support ongoing process improvement and financial impact. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field. Minimum of 10+ years of direct operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, including managing hourly personnel. Experience implementing Lean/Six Sigma continuous improvement tools and driving sustainable improvements. Hands‑on experience managing semi‑automated or fully automated production lines. Demonstrated ability in operational planning, forecasting, and budgeting. Strong root cause analysis capabilities; able to build and execute effective action plans quickly. Experience in complex, inter‑related manufacturing environments. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Skills & Experience MBA Experience using a world‑class operating system (DBS, HOS, etc.) 5S/6S or Lean certification or extensive experience. Travel: 0-10% Benefits Info: This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, and more! This position is eligible for our annual 15% bonus program. #LI-MD1 Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for! The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com. Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com Our broad solution portfolio allows our customers to better manage energy and water for a sustainable future. Our innovative, next-generation utility and smart-city solutions help build resilient communities around the world. You can build your career here and do work that truly matters. Learn more about Itron here. Not ready to apply? Introduce yourself to our team so we can stay in touch. 5000+ global employees Products and solutions deployed in 100+ countries Headquarters: Liberty Lake, Washington, USA Publicly traded: ITRI ESG goals and achievements Award-winning workplace Inclusion-first work culture Commitment to employee growth and development: iGrow program Employee resource groups*: iBelong program Paid internships, co-op and apprenticeships Generous and flexible paid time off* *Variable by location or position Hear from our Employees @ Itron Careers Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email accessibility@itron.com.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Operations Manager executes operational plans aligned with company strategy, maintaining accountability for the Profit and Loss of the assigned operational area while overseeing daily production to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets. This role involves driving continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma, managing capacity planning, and building strong, collaborative teams.