Operations Manager (Manufacturing)

Operations Manager (Manufacturing)Molex is seeking an Operations Manager for our Georgetown, Texas location supporting the Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) division. This role will be responsible for managing manufacturing operations while supporting the continued growth and expansion of the Georgetown site. The Operations Manager will lead production teams, develop frontline leadership, drive operational performance, and partner across functions to build the capabilities needed to support current and future business needs.You'll join a growing manufacturing organization within Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions division. Our Georgetown team works closely across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, HR, Facilities, and other capabilities to safely deliver high-quality products to our customers while building an operation positioned for continued growth.Operations Leadership & ExecutionLead day-to-day manufacturing operations with accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and people developmentTranslate business and site priorities into clear expectations and actions for manufacturing teamsEstablish operating rhythms and performance measures that drive accountability and consistent executionIdentify operational constraints and partner across functions to implement sustainable solutionsGeorgetown Growth & Operational ReadinessPartner with site leadership and cross-functional teams to support the continued growth and ramp-up of Georgetown operationsSupport the development and scaling of manufacturing processes, staffing models, workflows, equipment readiness, and production capabilityProvide operational input into expansion activities to ensure manufacturing requirements, risks, and resource needs are understoodSupport manufacturing transitions, capacity increases, new equipment implementation, and production changes associated with site growthPeople Leadership & DevelopmentLead, coach, and develop supervisors and manufacturing teams while establishing clear expectations and accountabilityBuild organizational capability to support current production requirements and future growthPartner with HR and Talent Acquisition on workforce planning, staffing, onboarding, and employee developmentDevelop frontline leadership capability and succession depth within OperationsManufacturing & Operational ExcellenceDrive continuous improvement through structured problem solving, root-cause analysis, standard work, waste reduction, and process improvementUse operational data and performance measures to identify trends, constraints, and improvement opportunitiesPartner with Engineering and Quality to improve manufacturing processes, product flow, equipment utilization, and operational performancePromote disciplined execution while maintaining the flexibility needed within a growing manufacturing environmentProduction & Capacity PlanningPartner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and site leadership to align production capability with customer demandEvaluate labor, equipment, workflow, and production capacity requirements as manufacturing volume growsIdentify production bottlenecks and implement solutions that improve throughput, productivity, and delivery performanceProvide operational input into capacity planning and future resource requirementsSafety, Quality & ComplianceChampion an environment where safety is incorporated into everyday decisions and operational practicesPartner with Quality and Engineering to ensure manufacturing processes consistently meet applicable customer and product requirementsReinforce process discipline, accountability, training, and continuous improvementEnsure employees have the training, tools, and resources necessary to perform their work safely and effectivelyPrinciple Based ManagementApply Principle Based Management to leadership, decision-making, talent development, and operational prioritiesCreate an environment where employees understand how their work contributes to customer and business valueEncourage employees to challenge existing approaches, identify opportunities, take ownership, and continuously improveDevelop and deploy talent based on individual strengths, contribution, and business needsWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant manufacturing leadership experience7+ years of progressive manufacturing or operations experienceExperience leading manufacturing teams and developing frontline leadersExperience managing operations within a growing, changing, or complex manufacturing environmentDemonstrated experience driving results across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivityExperience partnering across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, HR, and other business functionsExperience using data and structured problem solving to identify root causes and improve operational performanceAbility to navigate ambiguity, changing priorities, and a fast-paced manufacturing environmentWhat Will Put You AheadExperience supporting the launch, expansion, or significant scale-up of a manufacturing operationExperience within aerospace, defense, electronics, semiconductor, connectors, or other high-reliability manufacturing environmentsExperience with high-mix or complex manufacturing operationsExperience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence methodologiesExperience supporting capacity expansion, equipment implementation, production transfers, or manufacturing footprint changesExperience building and developing manufacturing leadership teamsLean Six Sigma certification or advanced degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field