General Information
Country: USA
State: Michigan
City: Grand Rapids
Office Location: 4100 68th Street - - - - -
Date posted: 22-Jan-2026
Business Function: Manufacturing/Operations
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Description
We are hiring an Operations Manager to lead and inspire a high-performing team within our manufacturing value stream at our Wood Plant in Grand Rapids!
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a direct impact on production, quality, and cost performance while developing talent and driving continuous improvement. You'll join a collaborative operations network and oversee a team of 25-30 employees in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Who You Are:
You are a strategic and people-focused leader with a passion for operational excellence. You thrive in manufacturing environments, bring strong problem-solving skills, and are energized by coaching teams to success.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
3-7+ years of formal leadership experience in manufacturing or operations
Proven ability to manage people, processes, and performance
Strong understanding of production systems, quality, and safety standards
Desired Skills and Experience:
Experience with lean manufacturing principles (standardized work, flow, pull, waste elimination)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Financial acumen (budgeting, cost control, project justification)
Experience leading cross-functional or special projects
Ability to coach and mentor employees for performance and growth
What You Will Be Doing:
Lead day-to-day operations within a value stream, ensuring production goals are met
Manage and develop a team of 30-50 employees, driving performance and engagement
Collaborate with leadership to control costs and implement improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company policies
Support and document performance using the Steelcase Employee Performance System (SEPS)
Wellbeing Means so Much More than Benefits, you may be interested in:
Nurse and massage therapist onsite for employees
Cell phone stipendmonthly
Employee assistance program, providing free counseling, financial resilience,and legal guidance
2nddoctors opinion for you and your extended family (parents, siblings, spouse, and more!)
Who We Are:
Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.
Why People Choose to Work with Us:
At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.
What Matters to Us:
More than qualifications, we're looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a strong and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at [email protected].
We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years.
Steelcase is a MVAA- Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veteran's possess. We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply.
Please see our Working at Steelcase Document for more detailed benefits and compensation information.
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Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.
