Operations Manager

The Factory Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing facility in Mexicali, ensuring efficient production, regulatory compliance, and adherence to quality standards within a GMP-regulated

environment. This role requires hands-on leadership of a small team and technical expertise in injection molding, extrusion, and film blowing processes, along with experience utilizing manufacturing software systems to drive operational efficiency and data visibility. Bilingual proficiency is a must.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Oversee day-to-day plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics
• Ensure production targets, cost controls, and efficiency metrics are achieved
• Implement Lean manufacturing
• Coordinate scheduling, materials planning

Technical Manufacturing Oversight

• Manage and optimize processes including:
• Injection molding
• Extrusion
• Film blowing
• Troubleshoot production issues
• Ensure preventive maintenance programs

Manufacturing Systems & Software

• Utilize and manage manufacturing software platforms such as:
• ERP systems
• MRP systems for production planning and inventory control
• monitor KPIs

Regulatory & Compliance (Mexico)

• Ensure full compliance with regulatory frameworks:
• Environmental regulations
• Workplace safety standards
• GMP requirements
• Manage and maintain required permits
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Waste management
• Fire risk and safety compliance studies
• Interface with regulatory agencies
• Quality & GMP Compliance
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices
• Maintain traceability
• Collaborate with QA

Team Leadership

• Lead, train, and develop a small team
• Promote a culture of safety
• Ensure compliance with labor laws

Health, Safety & Environmental

• Implement and enforce safety programs
• Ensure compliance with NOM standards
• Maintain emergency response

Administrative & Reporting

• Manage budgets, KPIs
• Coordinate with corporate leadership
• Oversee vendor relationships