Operations Manager

Application Instructions Applicants using a mobile phone may need to rotate their device to landscape (horizontal) mode to complete the online application. For the best experience, we recommend applying from a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. If you are unable to complete the online application, please email your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io, and we will be happy to assist you. Manufacturing Operations Manager Lead Manufacturing Excellence at Captor Corporation. At Captor Corporation, we manufacture high‑reliability electronic assemblies and electromagnetic interference (EMI) solutions that support critical aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Our customers depend on us to deliver exceptional quality, dependable performance, and on‑time delivery. We are looking for an experienced manufacturing leader who thrives on improving operations, developing people, solving problems, and building high‑performing teams. This is not a desk job. We are seeking a visible leader who enjoys being on the production floor, coaching supervisors, improving processes, removing obstacles, and helping employees succeed. If you believe manufacturing excellence comes from disciplined execution, continuous improvement, and strong leadership, we would like to meet you. What You'll Do As Operations Manager, you will lead all manufacturing operations while partnering closely with Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Production Control, and Sales to ensure operational performance supports customer commitments, expanding capacity, and company growth. Responsibilities Leading all daily manufacturing operations Driving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost improvements Coaching Production Supervisors and developing future leaders Building accountability throughout the organization Leading Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives Driving Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action effectiveness Improving manufacturing flow, capacity, and labor utilization Developing meaningful manufacturing KPIs and visual management systems Improving First Pass Yield while reducing scrap and rework Building standardized work and operational discipline Supporting workforce development, crosstraining, and succession planning Creating a positive, engaged manufacturing culture focused on teamwork and ownership What We’re Looking For We are searching for a leader who enjoys improving manufacturing systems just as much as developing people. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field preferred 710+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience Experience leading multiple production departments and supervisors Strong Lean Manufacturing background Proven Continuous Improvement success Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action experience Strong data analysis and KPI development skills ERP and production planning experience Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills Experience in electronics manufacturing, aerospace, defense, military, or other high‑reliability manufacturing environments is highly preferred. What Success Looks Like Building an accountable, engaged manufacturing organization Improving safety, quality, and on‑time delivery Increasing manufacturing capacity Developing supervisors and future leaders Creating systems that sustain improvement Eliminating waste and improving productivity Strengthening cross‑functional collaboration Helping position Captor Corporation for long‑term growth Why Captor Corporation? You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of our company while collaborating with experienced professionals committed to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Benefits Competitive salary Performance bonus opportunity Comprehensive health benefits 401(k) with company match Paid time off Stable, growing business serving aerospace and defense markets Collaborative leadership team A chance to build something that lasts This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of accountabilities, duties, responsibilities of requirements. Any individual may be required to perform any other job‑related activities or functions requested by his/her manager, subject to reasonable accommodation. Captor Corporation reserves the right to modify this job description to reflect changes in essential job duties made necessary by changing organizational needs, subject to reasonable accommodation. We offer a competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and a bonus incentive program. Captor Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Captor Corporation