Aerospace Manufacturing Ops Leader — Production & Quality

RRC; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RRC - Ruiz Recruiting & Consulting is seeking an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations for a leader in the A&D space, within a highly regulated aerospace environment. You will drive production performance, build high-performing teams, and ensure operational excellence across multiple manufacturing functions.

The role demands hands-on leadership, deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, and strict adherence to AS9100 quality standards.

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 and AS9100 quality standards required.
• Proven ability to manage production teams and develop employees.
• Strong knowledge of production scheduling, maintenance, quality control, and efficiency.
• Experience with process improvements and cost reduction initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations across electric motor manufacturing, repair, and winding.
• Build and lead manufacturing teams through coaching and development.
• Maintain AS9100 compliance, oversee corrective actions, ensure quality requirements.
• Identify bottlenecks, streamline processes, implement continuous improvement.
• Promote safety culture and oversee maintenance and facility operations.
• Manage staffing, priorities, resources to meet KPIs and financial objectives.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to optimize methods and investments.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance and senior leadership to resolve challenges.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Team leadership

Quality control

Continuous improvement

Production scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing or related

Job description

RRC - Ruiz Recruiting & Consulting is seeking an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations for a leader in the A&D space, within a highly regulated aerospace environment. You will drive production performance, build high-performing teams, and ensure operational excellence across multiple manufacturing functions.

The role demands hands-on leadership, deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, and strict adherence to AS9100 quality standards.