Operations Leader — Electronics Manufacturing & Lean Excellence

Defense Search

Hauppauge (NY)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 170,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Job summary

Defense Search in Hauppauge, NY is seeking a Director of Operations to lead multiple production, warehouse, quality, and distribution teams in an electronics environment. The role focuses on improving operational efficiency, asset utilization, on-time delivery, and cost control while guiding Lean, Six Sigma, and value stream mapping initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of management experience in electronics or aerospace manufacturing, oversees 3+ functional departments, and holds

Qualifications

8+ years of management experience in electronics production, distribution, mechanical manufacturing, or aerospace manufacturing.
Experience overseeing 3 or more functional departments.
Lean, Six Sigma, and Operational Excellence knowledge.
Value stream mapping experience.
Electronics or semiconductor operations experience.
Experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple production, warehouse, quality, operations, and value-added service teams.
Improve operational efficiency and asset utilization.
Oversee budgets and staffing.
Drive process improvements and cost reduction.
Ensure on-time delivery and reduce bottlenecks.
Collaborate with Engineering and new product development teams.