Job Details

I'm currently partnering with a well-established, highly specialized manufacturer supporting aerospace, defense, and high-reliability industries. This organization is known for its complex electro-mechanical products and strong growth within a larger, well-backed parent company.

We are seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, drive performance improvements, and support long-term scalability across production.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across manufacturing, production, and shop floor activities
• Drive improvements in throughput, on-time delivery, and overall operational efficiency
• Own and drive EBITDA performance by managing cost, productivity, and operational efficiency
• Partner closely with engineering, supply chain, and quality to ensure smooth production flow
• Lead and develop supervisors, technicians, and production staff
• Implement and maintain Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Manage production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Monitor KPIs (OEE, scrap, yield, labor efficiency, etc.) and drive corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with quality standards (AS9100 / ISO) and regulatory requirements
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and transition into production
• Identify bottlenecks and implement scalable solutions for growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations leadership
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred
• Strong understanding of electro-mechanical or high-reliability products
• Proven leadership experience managing production teams
• Experience driving cost reduction and EBITDA improvements
• Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

What They're Looking For

• A hands-on leader who can be on the floor driving results
• Someone who can balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day execution
• Experience working in high-mix, low-to-medium volume manufacturing environments
• Ability to build structure, improve processes, and scale operations
• Strong business acumen with a focus on profitability and EBITDA performance

Why This Role?

• Strong growth and long-term career progression within a larger organization
• Exposure to complex, cutting-edge products in aerospace/defense
• Opportunity to directly impact both operations and financial performance (EBITDA)
• Competitive compensation + bonus structure