Lean Operations Leader — Precision Manufacturing

Energy Jobline ZR; Shelburne (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

STD/LTD

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off & Sick Time

Employee perks & discounts

Wellness support

Bonus program

Job summary

Atlas Gunworks in Shelburne, VT is seeking an Operations Manager to lead all manufacturing operations, develop the team, and uphold strict quality standards. You will drive process improvements, collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams, and ensure firearms meet Atlas Gunworks' finish standards.

The role combines hands-on leadership with process ownership, reporting to the VP of Manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing or machining with supervisory or lead experience.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and hold a team accountable to quality and production standards.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Clear communicator who can coordinate across departments and with outside vendors.
• Problem-solving and adapting priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail—every millimeter matters.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Train, schedule, and operations.
• Ownership and Accountability: Ensure team performance; drive improvements when needed.
• Production Oversight: Manage daily workflow to meet production schedules and quality targets.
• Quality Assurance: Enforce specifications for fit and finish; oversee self-inspection and resolve non-conformances.
• Process Improvement: Drive to improve flow and reduce waste.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with production, engineering, and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and implement process changes.
• Performance Management: Set goals, conduct performance reviews, and support growth of staff.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain department records, track metrics, and report on output, quality, and progress.
• Safety & Housekeeping: Ensure safety protocols and clean, organized work areas.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

Quality standards

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Gunsmithing

Manufacturing operations

Organizational skills

Job description

Atlas Gunworks in Shelburne, VT is seeking an Operations Manager to lead all manufacturing operations, develop the team, and uphold strict quality standards. You will drive process improvements, collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams, and ensure firearms meet Atlas Gunworks' finish standards.

The role combines hands-on leadership with process ownership, reporting to the VP of Manufacturing.