Manufacturing Operations Leader

Montana Precision Products; Butte, Northern (MT, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Annual Incentives

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Program

Overtime Opportunities

Spot Bonuses

Job summary

Montana Precision Products (MPP) in Montana is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Leader to direct the Tube and Duct assembly unit and its 50+ hourly workforce. You will lead safety, quality, delivery, productivity and cost, and mentor front‑line leaders toward daily execution.

You will drive a Lean culture—standard work, visual management, and root cause problem solving—while owning KPIs and coordinating with cross‑functional teams to remove bottlenecks and advance strategic priorities, all

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field or equivalent leadership experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in a complex or highly regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading front-line leaders and large hourly workforces.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage KPIs and drive measurable operational results.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing operations within the assigned business unit to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability to salaried direct reports and front-line leadership teams to ensure effective daily execution.
• Drive a Lean manufacturing culture focused on waste elimination, standard work, visual management, root cause problem solving, and continuous improvement.
• Own and manage key operational KPIs, including safety, quality, delivery, labor productivity, and cost performance, developing and executing action plans to close performance gaps.
• Maintain a strong floor presence through Gemba walks, daily management practices, and employee engagement to drive accountability and operational discipline.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges, improve processes, and support strategic business priorities.
• Promote a culture of safety, respect, accountability, and employee development while ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

KPI management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Manufacturing/Operations or related field

Job description

Description

Montana Precision Products – Where Precision Meets Innovation!

Montana Precision Products (MPP) is at the forefront of manufacturing excellence, specializing in producing complex and high-precision components for the aerospace and industrial sectors. At MPP, you'll be part of a team that uses state-of-the-art technology to create components that power some of the most recognizable aircraft in the world, including the Boeing 737 MAX, the Airbus A320neo, and other commercial aircraft.

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Operations Leader is responsible for leading all day-to-day operations of our Tube and Duct assembly business unit consisting primarily of certified welders and skilled manufacturing employees. This role provides leadership for a manufacturing organization consisting of salaried front-line leaders and a workforce of 50+ hourly employees and is accountable for operational performance across safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead all manufacturing operations within the assigned business unit to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability to salaried direct reports and front-line leadership teams to ensure effective daily execution.
• Drive a Lean manufacturing culture focused on waste elimination, standard work, visual management, root cause problem solving, and continuous improvement.
• Own and manage key operational KPIs, including safety, quality, delivery, labor productivity, and cost performance, developing and executing action plans to close performance gaps.
• Maintain a strong floor presence through Gemba walks, daily management practices, and employee engagement to drive accountability and operational discipline.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve operational challenges, improve processes, and support strategic business priorities.
• Promote a culture of safety, respect, accountability, and employee development while ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Why you want to work here:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Career Growth and Promotional Paths
• Generous Paid Time Off That Starts Accruing Day 1
• 401(k) with Match
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Annual Performance Based Incentives
• Cross Training Raises of 3% and 6% Depending on Number of Areas Certified in
• Overtime Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance
• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Safety First Culture

Work Environment:

• May be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, smoke (Not over OSHA Permissible Exposure Levels).
• Safety training and equipment are provided by MPP in accordance with applicable law, industry standards and company policy.
• Occasionally lifts 25 - 40 #’s

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent and relevant manufacturing leadership experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in a complex or highly regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading front-line leaders and large hourly workforces.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage KPIs and drive measurable operational results.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Desired Characteristics:

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.

Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

Established project management skills.

Lean manufacturing experience with daily management, problem solving, standard work, leader standard work, etc.

Employment Eligibility:

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology. Montana Precision Products will require proof of status prior to employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Montana Precision Products is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.