Operations Manager

Job DetailExperience Level Sr ManagerDegree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)Employment Full TimeWorking Type On SiteJob Reference 0000021206Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry Aerospace & Defense;AutomotiveSelling Points Lead impactful operations at a global manufacturing organization, driving efficiency and growth. Develop scalable production capabilities aligned with strategic goals. Champion safety, quality, and compliance across all operations.Job DescriptionOperations Manager OverviewThe Operations Manager oversees manufacturing facilities, ensuring safe, efficient, and successful operations aligned with global growth strategies.Lead site operations with a focus on production performance, operational excellence, and achieving commercial outcomes.Accountable for delivering output, quality, cost, and delivery targets while scaling capabilities.Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards across all operations.Develop and lead a high-performing leadership team across production and support functions.Champion a safety-first culture and maintain world-class quality standards.Drive workforce planning, skills development, and succession planning for key roles.Collaborate with global functions to align systems, processes, and reporting standards.Support capital investment decisions, ensuring readiness for new programs and product lines.Operations Manager Key Responsibilities & DutiesLead production functions to achieve output, quality, cost, and delivery targets.Optimize throughput across machining, fabrication, core build, and assembly operations.Identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure alignment between production schedules, capacity planning, and customer demand.Own site-level P&L performance, including cost control and margin improvement.Partner with Sales, Program Management, and Engineering to support revenue growth.Champion safety and compliance across all shifts and departments.Build scalable production capabilities aligned with global growth strategies.Ensure effective cross-functional integration to deliver customer outcomes.Operations Manager Job RequirementsBachelor of Science (BS) degree in a relevant field is required.Minimum of 7 years of experience, with 10 years preferred in operations management.Proven expertise in production leadership, cost control, and operational excellence.Strong knowledge of safety, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.Experience in workforce planning, skills development, and succession planning.Ability to lead cross-functional teams and align operations with global strategies.Proficiency in capacity planning, process optimization, and performance management.Excellent communication and leadership skills for managing diverse teams.Knowledge of P&L management and financial performance improvement.