Manufacturing Ops Leader: Lean & ISO/AS9100
Nesco Resource
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Job summary
Nesco Resource is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager in Naugatuck, CT to lead daily manufacturing and supply chain operations for a highly technical manufacturer serving Aerospace, Defense, Medical, Quantum Computing, and other advanced technology markets.
The role emphasizes improving operational performance, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery while building high-performing teams; requires Lean/Kaizen expertise, ERP/MRP proficiency, and strong leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related discipline.
- Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems, production scheduling, inventory management, and manufacturing KPIs.
- Working knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100 quality systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.
- Ability to drive accountability and build high-performing teams.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and business reporting skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across Production, Quality, Materials/Purchasing, Shipping, Tooling, Maintenance, and Facilities
- Establish operational priorities, KPIs, and accountability systems
- Drive improvements in throughput, labor efficiency, scrap reduction, setup time, and schedule attainment
- Implement and strengthen Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Improve workflow, manufacturing processes, inventory management, and facility utilization
- Drive initiatives toward 99% on-time delivery
- Support compliance with ISO and/or AS9100 quality standards
- Partner with Quality leadership to improve KPIs, corrective actions, response times, and PPM performance
- Oversee production planning, purchasing, inventory management, and supplier performance
- Support cost-reduction and supply-chain optimization initiatives
- Coach and develop managers, supervisors, and production personnel
- Identify and develop high-potential employees for future leadership opportunities
- Partner with Human Resources on hiring, workforce planning, employee development, and performance management
- Promote a safe, professional, accountable, and collaborative manufacturing environment
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Job description
Nesco Resource is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager in Naugatuck, CT to lead daily manufacturing and supply chain operations for a highly technical manufacturer serving Aerospace, Defense, Medical, Quantum Computing, and other advanced technology markets.
The role emphasizes improving operational performance, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery while building high-performing teams; requires Lean/Kaizen expertise, ERP/MRP proficiency, and strong leadership.
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