Site Operations Manager

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a global manufacturer serving aerospace and highly engineered industrial markets to identify their next Site Operations Manager.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced manufacturing executive who enjoys balancing operational excellence, strategic leadership, customer engagement, and business growth. Reporting to the Division General Manager, this individual will lead a complex manufacturing operation and have full responsibility for site performance, profitability, and organizational success. This role offers a base salary of $225,000-$240,000, DOE. In addition, benefits include up to a 25% annual bonus, Long-Term Inventive Plan, and 4 weeks of PTO.

Job Duties:

• Provide overall leadership for a complex manufacturing operation, ensuring strong financial and operational performance
• Develop and execute business strategies that support growth, profitability, and long-term organizational objectives
• Lead and influence multiple functional areas to drive alignment and business results
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and overall operational effectiveness
• Partner with customers and key stakeholders to support business development and strengthen strategic relationships
• Build, mentor, and develop leaders while fostering a high-performance culture
• Establish performance expectations and accountability across the organization
• Drive initiatives focused on safety, quality, employee engagement, and continuous improvement
• Utilize data and key business metrics to inform decision-making and operational priorities
• Ensure adherence to applicable regulatory, compliance, and corporate standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; technical or business-related disciplines preferred
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within manufacturing or industrial operations
• Proven experience leading a business, site, division, or major operational function with financial accountability
• Demonstrated success leading large, cross-functional teams in a complex operating environment
• Experience within aerospace, industrial manufacturing, engineered products, or similarly complex production environments
• Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting customer relationships and business growth initiatives
• Track record of improving operational performance and developing high-performing teams
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior site leadership, business unit leadership, or general management role
• Advanced degree (MBA or related graduate degree)
• Experience within highly regulated manufacturing environments
• Exposure to government, defense, aerospace, or other technically complex industries
• Background leading operational excellence, continuous improvement, or transformation initiatives

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to lead a highly visible operation with significant impact on business performance
• Broad scope of responsibility across people, operations, financial performance, and strategy
• Strong support and partnership from executive leadership
• Stable organization with a track record of growth and investment
• Opportunity to influence long-term business direction and organizational success
• Competitive executive compensation package, annual incentive opportunity, and long-term rewards
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

If you have experience leading a manufacturing operation with full P&L responsibility and are interested in learning more about a highly visible leadership opportunity, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

Benefits:

Full-time employees may receive:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life insurance and short-term & long-term disability coverage

Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Professional development and growth opportunities