Manufacturing Operations Manager

Production Operations Manager

The Productions Operation Manager will be responsible for:

• Lead and optimize end-to-end production flow to maximize throughput and reliability.
• Reduce lead times by addressing bottlenecks and improving performance at key constraints.
• Build, mentor, and empower supervisors and team leads to own daily execution.
• Establish clear operational structures, accountability frameworks, and escalation processes.
• Drive expansion initiatives, including new equipment integration and process upgrades.
• Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor to remove barriers and support teams.
• Develop talent and foster a culture of ownership, consistency, and high standards.
• Support facility layout improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The successful Production Operations Manager will have:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred; additional certifications advantageous.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing or production environments.
• Proven success in high-mix, custom, or non-repetitive manufacturing settings.
• Strong understanding of flow optimization and constraint management.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop frontline leaders and teams.
• Hands-on leadership style with strong credibility on the shop floor.
• Experience with finishing processes such as polishing, plating, coating, or similar preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean, QRM, or comparable continuous improvement methodologies preferred

If interested, please apply using the link below. Qualified applicants will be contacted 24-48 hours upon submittal.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary with discretionary annual bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Life insurance coverage.
• High-impact leadership role with strong career progression potential.