Manufacturing Operations Director

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Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded nearly eight decades ago with additional facilities across the U.S., we are a leading precision manufacturer of mission-critical aerospace components. From prototype through production, we combine advanced CNC technology, deep engineering expertise, and tolerances as tight as 0.00005", and we're growing with the backing of a growth-oriented investment partner.

Why join us?

Full benefits
401(k) with Company Match
Stable Aerospace Manufacturing Environment
Advanced CNC Equipment & Technology
High-Impact, Hands-On Role: Build processes from concept through production release
Growth Opportunities within a leading precision manufacturer

Job Details

The Manufacturing Operations Director owns the day to day performance of the manufacturing plant, from operating processes and procedures to budget, quality, and workforce. Reporting to the President and General Manager, this leader supervises several managers, production supervisors, and leads, and drives improvements that expand internal capacity and productivity.


Responsibilities:
Define, implement, and revise operational policies that improve daily performance across the plant.
Oversee manufacturing and coordinate closely with purchasing, planning, engineering, sales, and customer service to keep workflow moving.
Forecast, monitor, and control budgets and cost of sales to hit financial objectives, and track facility revenue margins.
Maintain and support the AS9100 Quality Management System and ensure a safe, compliant work environment.
Establish metrics and standards for efficiency and effectiveness, and act on the improvement opportunities they surface.
Support and mentor mid level manufacturing management, own employee relations, and drive team issues to resolution.
Conduct annual performance evaluations, set department goals, and assign individual goals to direct reports.
Communicate new directives and procedures to managers and staff, including meeting with the full operations team on major changes.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
At least 10 years of related experience in a diversified operations background.
Strong aerospace machining management experience required.
Hands on ERP system experience required.
Detailed knowledge of manufacturing regulations, operational practices, and business finance.
Superior leadership, managerial, and organizational skills.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent analytical, decision making, and problem solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

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