Operations Manager

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing and supply chain operations for a well-established, highly technical manufacturer serving industries including Aerospace, Defense, Medical, Quantum Computing, Test & Measurement, and other advanced technology markets. This position is ideal for an experienced manufacturing leader with a proven ability to improve operational performance, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery while building and developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across Production, Quality, Materials/Purchasing, Shipping, Tooling, Maintenance, and Facilities
• Establish operational priorities, KPIs, and accountability systems
• Drive improvements in throughput, labor efficiency, scrap reduction, setup time, and schedule attainment
• Implement and strengthen Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Improve workflow, manufacturing processes, inventory management, and facility utilization
• Drive initiatives toward 99% on-time delivery
• Support compliance with ISO and/or AS9100 quality standards
• Partner with Quality leadership to improve KPIs, corrective actions, response times, and PPM performance
• Oversee production planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supplier performance
• Support cost-reduction and supply-chain optimization initiatives
• Coach and develop managers, supervisors, and production personnel
• Identify and develop high-potential employees for future leadership opportunities
• Partner with Human Resources on hiring, workforce planning, employee development, and performance management
• Promote a safe, professional, accountable, and collaborative manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related discipline preferred
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, production scheduling, inventory management, and manufacturing KPIs
• Working knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100 quality systems preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership abilities
• Ability to drive accountability and build high-performing teams
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and business reporting skills preferred

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities

Pay

Salary range: $140,000 – $170,000