Operations Manager - Perm Mold
Le Sueur Inc. · Le Sueur, MN
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 10+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 27 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management production role at Le Sueur Inc. (industrial) in Le Sueur, MN.
- They ask for
- 10+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Root cause, Injection molding, Casting, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Engineer roles in Minnesota: typical posted base $118k–$195k.
Median of the low and high ends of 19 live postings that list pay, out of 30 production engineer openings in Minnesota, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 29 other live production postings in Minnesota.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (10+ years)
Typical $102k–$159k, from 13 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 57%
- ✓ Lean 47%
- EHS / safety 27%
- Six Sigma 23%
- ✓ Root cause 23%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Injection molding, Casting, Tooling, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from Le Sueur Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Production Management
- ◆Plan, organize, and supervise daily die casting operations.
- ◆Ensure production schedules are achieved according to customer requirements.
- ◆Monitor machine performance, downtime, and productivity metrics.
- ◆Optimize cycle times and improve overall equipment effectiveness
- ◆Process Control & Improvement
- ◆Oversee die setup, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
- ◆Ensure proper process parameters are maintained (temperature, pressure, shot speed, etc.).
- ◆Reduce scrap, rework, and casting defects.
- ◆Quality Assurance
- ◆Ensure products meet customer and internal quality standards.
- ◆Collaborate with Quality team on root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- ◆Review defect trends and implement preventive measures.
- ◆Maintenance & Equipment Management
- ◆Work with maintenance team to minimize downtime.
- ◆Recommend capital investments and equipment upgrades.
- ◆Team Leadership & Development
- ◆Supervise supervisors, technicians, and operators.
- ◆Conduct training on safety, quality, and process improvements.
- ◆Perform performance evaluations and workforce planning.
- ◆Promote a culture of accountability and teamwork.
- ◆Safety & Compliance
- ◆Enforce all plant safety policies.
- ◆Conduct safety audits and ensure safe die handling and molten metal procedures.
- ◆Maintain compliance with environmental regulations.
- ◆Cost & Budget Control
- ◆Manage departmental budget and control production costs.
- ◆Monitor material usage, labor efficiency, and energy consumption.
- ◆Support cost reduction initiatives.
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (preferred).
- ✓5-10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations.
- ✓3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
- ✓Strong knowledge of die casting processes.
- ✓Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.
- ✓Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
- ✓Understanding of die design and tooling.
- ✓Knowledge of casting defect analysis.
- ✓ERP/MRP system experience.
- ✓MS Office proficiency.
- ✓Data-driven decision-making skills.
The Company: Le Sueur Incorporated (LSI), is a portfolio of Delos Capital, and a leading supplier of complex aluminum castings, machined casting, and plastic injection molded components. Craft Pattern & Mold, based in Montrose, MN, is a rapid prototyping and complex metal and plastic components manufacturer. Craft has over 30 years of industry experience and has established itself, along with its skilled employees, as a leader in delivering high quality parts to customers.
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This is primarily a 1st shift position, but you may need to come in on off shifts from time to time.
The Position
The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing all permanent mold operations within the manufacturing facility. This role ensures production targets are met while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement. The manager leads production teams, coordinates with engineering and maintenance, and drives operational excellence in die casting processes.