Operations Leader, 2nd Shift – Aerospace Manufacturing

Bombardier; Colon (MI); On-site; USD 137,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive base salary

Job summary

Bombardier seeks a Director of Operations (2nd Shift) for Aerospace Mexico (B.A.M). The role leads a senior team across manufacturing operations, ensuring quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

You will define strategic direction, manage budgets, and drive transformation initiatives in a dynamic, high-stakes environment. The position requires extensive leadership experience in manufacturing, a strong grasp of operational excellence, and the ability to coordinate cross-site programs

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive professional experience in complex business environments.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience at a Manager level.
• Manufacturing experience required, preferably in aerospace, automotive, or regulated industries.
• Experience leading strategic projects, plant start-ups, or large-scale transformations.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements (ISO 9001, QAD).
• Proven ability to ensure compliance and governance across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic vision for BAES Mexico.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a team of managers and staff with recruitment, performance management, coaching, and development initiatives.
• Ensure operational excellence, productivity, and results across multiple business units.
• Establish and oversee plans, governance, metrics, capacity planning, and resource allocation with continuous improvement.
• Lead cross-site and global projects aligned with priorities and successful execution.
• Provide leadership in dynamic environments, driving timely, sound decisions.
• Collaborate with Finance to develop budget strategies and manage expenditures.
• Foster accountability, engagement, and a culture of excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Operations management

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder management

Communication

Team development

Decision making

Budgeting

Tools

ISO 9001

QAD

Job description

Bombardier seeks a Director of Operations (2nd Shift) for Aerospace Mexico (B.A.M). The role leads a senior team across manufacturing operations, ensuring quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

You will define strategic direction, manage budgets, and drive transformation initiatives in a dynamic, high-stakes environment. The position requires extensive leadership experience in manufacturing, a strong grasp of operational excellence, and the ability to coordinate cross-site programs