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Operations Manager jobs in Richmond, VA
Operations managers keep the day-to-day machinery of a business running. They manage staffing, budgets, vendors, and processes, and look for ways to make the work faster, cheaper, and more reliable.
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$28–$74/hr
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global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and... ...make this a truly special place to be. The Development Project Manager - Electric…
$100k - $150k
leaning enabler who partners directly with Program Leadership to manage program risk, accelerate program growth, and ensure mission... ...experience considered in lieu of degree. Demonstrated ability to operate as a busi…
$100k - $150k
partnerships to attract and secure mission‑critical talent. This position operates in a dynamic, client‑forward, hybrid work model, requiring... ...recruiting for technical, cleared, and program support roles.• Manage hi…
Position Summary: The First Line Supervisor works to achieve operational targets and standards by directing hourly employees to complete... ...employees to improve department/area processes and performance· Manage overal…
Title:Project Manager, Permit & Communications LeadKBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions... ...capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.K…
$200k - $250k
Job Description Overview We are seeking a Traffic Operations Center (TOC) - Project Manager to join our team in Richmond, VA . In this role, the Project Manager will support and provide project management expertise for t…
$109.9k - $125.4k
Overview Principal Associate, CMS Operations and Support Specialist- CDX Principal Associate, CMS Operations and Support Specialist... ..., detail-oriented platform administrator with experience managing content manageme…
$18 - $20 per hour
Operations Specialist Aveanna Healthcare is a leading national provider of home health services to medically fragile children and adults. Our mission is to revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a ti…
$125k - $150k
Job Description A National leader in the custom home building industry, is looking for a New-Construction Operations Manager in Richmond, VA (Petersburg) The ideal candidate must possess a strong knowledge of custom resi…
$55k - $65k
strict inventory accuracy, and compliant handling of powders and hazardous materials, while maintaining efficient and safe warehouse operations. Key Responsibilities 1. Production Support & Material Flow • Ensure continu…
$12.5 per hour
Seasonal Stockroom Operations Associate About the Role In this role, you will deliver excellent customer service and consistent execution... ...and proactively responding to direction from supervisors/ managers and other…
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What operations managers earn in Richmond
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $28–$40 | $59k–$84k |
| Mid level | $40–$55 | $84k–$114k |
| Senior | $52–$74 | $109k–$153k |
Adjusted for the Richmond market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Process improvementTeam leadershipBudget managementVendor managementKPI reportingScheduling and staffingLean or Six Sigma methodsERP systemsProblem solving under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Tell me about a process you made measurably more efficient.
Give the baseline metric, the change you made, and the result in cost, time, or quality. Explain how you got the team to adopt the new way.
How do you manage a team through a busy period or staffing shortage?
Talk about forecasting demand, cross-training, and prioritizing what can slip. Show you protect service quality and the team's limits at the same time.
How do you decide which operational metrics to track?
Tie metrics to what customers and the budget feel: throughput, quality, cost per unit, and safety. Mention avoiding dashboards nobody acts on.
Describe a time you had to cut costs without hurting quality.
Show a data-first approach: find waste, renegotiate with vendors, or fix rework loops before cutting people or materials that quality depends on.
Tell me about a vendor or supplier problem you resolved.
Describe holding the vendor to the agreement while keeping the relationship workable, and the backup plan you had ready.
How do you roll out a process change to a team that resists it?
Emphasize involving the people who do the work in designing the change, piloting it small, and showing early wins before mandating anything.
Walk me through your approach to an operational emergency, like a system outage or a missed shipment.
Show a calm sequence: stabilize, communicate to those affected, fix the immediate problem, then run a root-cause review so it does not repeat.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For operations managers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Quantify the operation you ran: headcount, budget, locations, or units processed per period.
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Give cost and efficiency wins in dollars or percentages, with the baseline you improved from.
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Name the systems you worked in, such as NetSuite, SAP, or WMS platforms, since ops roles often screen on them.
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Include one people result, like retention or reduced overtime, to show you manage teams and not only spreadsheets.
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If you used Lean or Six Sigma methods, cite a specific project and its outcome rather than the belt alone.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Operations Coordinator
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Operations Supervisor
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Operations Manager
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Senior Operations Manager
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Director of Operations
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