Operations Manager

Reference: PR/591890_1781529948Operations Manager (Shop Floor / CNC Machining & Assembly)Type: Full-timeLocation: Newark, CA (on-site)Comp:$175,000-$220,000 baseClearance/Compliance:ITAR/EAR environment (U.S. work authorization required; export compliance eligibility required)OverviewA well-funded, growth-oriented Advanced Manufacturing / Space & Defense manufacturer is hiring an Operations Manager to own day-to-day shop floor execution and build scalable processes that consistently meet customer requirements. This leader will drive production performance, safety, training, workflow optimization, and cross-functional alignment (especially with Quality) across CNC machining and mechanical assembly operations.What You'll DoOwn shop floor performance: workflow coordination, schedule attainment, turnaround time, labor utilization, and daily execution.Lead and coordinate across production areas to hit throughput, quality, and delivery targets.Build, deliver, and/or facilitate safety training; ensure ongoing compliance with safety requirements.Establish and maintain training requirements and skill matrices by area; coordinate external training when needed.Enforce labor timekeeping discipline; review timecards and labor clocking accuracy.Support annual budget planning (headcount + capex) and build operational plans aligned to the budget.Lead capital equipment selection, installation, and start-up; drive productivity ROI.Optimize shop floor layout and material/workflow to reduce wastes and improve flow.Own response leadership for emergency/hazardous situations on the floor.Manage/optimize the production schedule to maximize productivity and meet goals.Partner with Quality leadership to implement/maintain processes that achieve quality objectives.Use performance data to identify and eliminate inefficiencies across process, product, and shop systems.Own preventive maintenance program requirements.Participate in MRB and Corrective/Preventive Action (CAPA) activities to drive systemic improvements.Leadership / People ManagementHire, train, coach, and develop employeesPlan/assign work; set expectations and hold the team accountablePerformance evaluations, recognition, and corrective actionInterviewing and resolving employee issues/concernsRequired Qualifications10-15+ years of related manufacturing operations experienceProven people leadership in a production environmentStrong Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement backgroundExperience in CNC machining (hands-on working knowledge of machining operations)Proficiency with Microsoft Office, plus Project and an ERP systemStrong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skillsCustomer-focused mindset and ability to manage competing prioritiesPreferred QualificationsBS in Engineering or Operations Management (or equivalent technical breadth)CNC programming exposure/experienceMechanical assembly experienceStrong knowledge of brazing (SST, steel, aluminum, copper, other metals)Familiarity with AS9100 (preferred, not required)