Operations Manager

Description

WE ARE GROWING!

When you work with Industrial Physics, you’ll be providing solutions for some of the most recognizable brands on the planet.

But what exactly is it that we do? Essentially, we protect the integrity of manufacturers, production lines, and laboratories across the world. And we do this through the development of trusted test and inspection solutions that ensure the quality of packaging, materials, and products. In fact, it’s very likely that many of your favorite products – the ones you depend upon every day – will have been tested using our equipment. We are the global leader in packaging and product integrity testing equipment, and our team covers industries including Food & Beverage, Flexible Packaging, Paints & Coatings, and various Industrial end markets.

We currently have an opening for an Operations Manager for Industrial Physics in our Greensboro, North Carolina location.

Role Overview

Industrial Physics is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Operations Manager to lead our Greensboro, NC facility. This site is the global hub for the SpecMetrix brand, known for its industry-leading, high-precision measurement systems used in coatings and layer thickness applications.

In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end operational success of the plant floor. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will play a critical role in aligning Operations output with financial objectives, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining a healthy bottom line. The specific scope of direct reports and seniority level for this role will be tailored based on the candidate's experience, spanning from frontline supervision to strategic departmental management.

Core Responsibilities

•  Operational Leadership: Manage day-to-day operations across Assembly, Quality, Procurement, and Logistics.

•  Financial Alignment: Work closely with the CFO to manage operational budgets, COGS (Cost of Goods Sold), and capital expenditure projects.

•  Operations Planning: Align Operations schedules with global sales demand to ensure on-time delivery (OTD) of complex metrology equipment.

•  Quality Oversight: Partner with the Quality department to maintain the high precision standards required for SpecMetrix optical interference technology.

•  Supply Chain Coordination: Work closely with Procurement to manage vendor relationships, mitigate supply chain risks, and optimize inventory flow and working capital.

•  Continuous Improvement: Implement Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste, improve cycle times, and enhance site throughput.

•  Safety & Compliance: Foster a "safety-first" culture, ensuring full compliance with OSHA regulations and environmental standards.

• Team Development: Mentor and develop a team of direct reports, tailoring leadership style to the experience level of individual contributors and staff.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements 

•  Experience: 5–10+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership, preferably within high-tech instrumentation, metrology, or industrial equipment sectors.

•  Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field is preferred; equivalent technical leadership experience will be considered.

•  Financial Literacy: Strong understanding of manufacturing finance, including inventory management, labor efficiency, and P&L impact.

•  Technical Savvy: Comfort managing the Operations of sophisticated hardware/software integrated products.

•  Leadership Flexibility: Proven ability to manage diverse functional areas (Logistics, Quality, Assembly) with a focus on coaching and accountability.

What We Offer

•  The opportunity to lead Operations for a high-growth brand (SpecMetrix) within the broader Industrial Physics portfolio.

•  A high-visibility role reporting to executive leadership, where your operational strategy directly impacts global quality standards and financial performance.

•  Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

About SpecMetrix & Industrial Physics

SpecMetrix systems provide real-time, non-contact, and non-destructive measurement solutions for the most demanding coating applications. As part of Industrial Physics, we are a global leader in package and product integrity testing equipment, serving the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial markets worldwide.