Manufacturing and Operations Manager

An AS9100 certified precision gear and machining manufacturer in Seguin, TX is hiring a Manufacturing and Operations Manager to run production. The company supplies flight-safety-critical parts to aerospace and defense customers. This role reports to the VP of Operations and leads the production supervisory team.

What you will do:

• Set staffing levels and manpower schedules based on workload, and keep the operating schedule on pace with production demands and ship dates
• Lead Lean and 5S efforts to improve equipment performance, product quality, and efficiency
• Coordinate with the Master Scheduler, VP of Operations, and COO on schedules and problems
• Manage, coach, and develop direct reports against key production indicators (KPIs), including performance reviews and personnel actions
• Support the production supervisors in resolving work problems
• Champion safety rules, lead safety meetings, and protect the security of the facility
• Lead communication meetings to set performance standards across manufacturing
• Track productivity by walking the shop floor and reviewing operator updates and summary reports
• Document and deliver operator training, and support the operator capability improvement program
• Drive on-time completion of scheduled maintenance and timely repair requests to improve process reliability
• Manage operations cost to supply customers efficiently

What you need:

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, including 3+ years in manufacturing management
• Bachelor's degree in operations, management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Proven ability to lead and influence others
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, from the shop floor to leadership
• Project management knowledge a plus
• Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement and non-compete