Aerospace Manufacturing Operations Lead (AS9100)

RRC- Ruiz Recruiting & Consulting; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

RRC - Ruiz Recruiting & Consulting is seeking an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations in a highly regulated aerospace environment. The role focuses on driving production performance, building high-performing teams, and achieving operational excellence across multiple functions from scheduling to maintenance.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, strong technical manufacturing knowledge, and a track record of improving productivity, quality, and efficiency in aerospace

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years in manufacturing operations or production management.
• Direct aerospace manufacturing experience with AS9100 quality standards.
• Proven ability to lead production teams and improve productivity and efficiency.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, scheduling, maintenance, and quality control.
• Experience driving process improvements and cost reductions.
• Ability to manage KPIs, budgets, and resources.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations across electric motor manufacturing, repair, and winding operations, ensuring efficient resource utilization and schedules.
• Build and lead skilled manufacturing teams through coaching, performance management, training, and employee development while fostering accountability.
• Maintain compliance with AS9100 aerospace quality standards and oversee corrective actions.
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput and reduce inefficiencies.
• Promote a strong safety culture while overseeing workplace conditions, equipment readiness, preventive maintenance, and facility operations.
• Manage staffing, production priorities, and departmental resources to meet delivery commitments and KPIs.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to optimize production methods and equipment reliability.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and senior leadership to resolve operational challenges.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Production leadership

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

KPIs & budgeting

Team development

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Job description

RRC - Ruiz Recruiting & Consulting is seeking an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations in a highly regulated aerospace environment. The role focuses on driving production performance, building high-performing teams, and achieving operational excellence across multiple functions from scheduling to maintenance.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, strong technical manufacturing knowledge, and a track record of improving productivity, quality, and efficiency in aerospace