Manufacturing Operations Director

Australia-Employment; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Stable Aerospace Manufacturing

Growth Opportunities

Advanced CNC Equipment

Job summary

Australia-Employment in Windsor, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Director to oversee daily performance and efficiency in our aerospace manufacturing plant. This pivotal leadership role involves supervising managers and implementing operational policies that enhance productivity.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience, strong aerospace machining management skills, and hands-on experience with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience in operations required.
• Strong aerospace machining management experience required.
• Hands-on ERP system experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement operational policies to improve performance.
• Oversee manufacturing and coordinate closely with other departments.
• Forecast and control budgets to achieve financial objectives.
• Support and mentor mid-level management.
• Establish metrics for efficiency and act on improvement opportunities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

ERP systems

Manufacturing regulations knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manufacturing Operations Director

$140000 - $180000 per year | Windsor, CT | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Founded nearly eight decades ago with additional facilities across the U.S., we are a leading precision manufacturer of mission-critical aerospace components. From prototype through production, we combine advanced CNC technology, deep engineering expertise, and tolerances as tight as 0.00005", and we're growing with the backing of a growth-oriented investment partner.

Why join us:

Full benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Stable Aerospace Manufacturing Environment
• Advanced CNC Equipment & Technology
• High-Impact, Hands-On Role: Build processes from concept through production release
• Growth Opportunities within a leading precision manufacturer

Job Details

The Manufacturing Operations Director owns the day to day performance of the manufacturing plant, from operating processes and procedures to budget, quality, and workforce. Reporting to the President and General Manager, this leader supervises several managers, production supervisors, and leads, and drives improvements that expand internal capacity and productivity.

Responsibilities:

• Define, implement, and revise operational policies that improve daily performance across the plant.
• Oversee manufacturing and coordinate closely with purchasing, planning, engineering, sales, and customer service to keep workflow moving.
• Forecast, monitor, and control budgets and cost of sales to hit financial objectives, and track facility revenue margins.
• Maintain and support the AS9100 Quality Management System and ensure a safe, compliant work environment.
• Establish metrics and standards for efficiency and effectiveness, and act on the improvement opportunities they surface.
• Support and mentor mid level manufacturing management, own employee relations, and drive team issues to resolution.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations, set department goals, and assign individual goals to direct reports.
• Communicate new directives and procedures to managers and staff, including meeting with the full operations team on major changes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of related experience in a diversified operations background.
• Strong aerospace machining management experience required.
• Hands on ERP system experience required.
• Detailed knowledge of manufacturing regulations, operational practices, and business finance.
• Superior leadership, managerial, and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, decision making, and problem solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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