Operations Manager

Socket.dev; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Disability and life insurance

Retirement savings with company match

Job summary

MAST Technologies seeks an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day production, safety, and facilities at the MAST facility. A hands-on leader will partner with leadership, quality, supply chain and engineering to align with directives and drive metric improvements.

The role emphasizes lean initiatives, safe operations, scheduling, and capacity planning to meet customer requirements. A strong track record in manufacturing leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or Operations Management.
• 10–15 years of relevant operations leadership experience.
• Experience improving production, safety and facilities performance.
• Ability to work with leadership, quality, supply chain and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production, safety and facilities operations.
• Lead production leads and supervisors.
• Drive continuous improvement (lean) across operations.
• Ensure on-time delivery and quality targets.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and related regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Ethical judgment

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Post-secondary degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or Operations Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database management tools

Job description

MAST Technologies is seeking a Operations Manager who oversees and manages the day to day production, safety and facilities operations at the MAST facility. This position will work closely with leadership, quality, supply chain and engineering to ensure alignment to MAST directives and initiatives. This is a hands‑on leadership role that will directly contribute to the growth of our business through positive trending of customer, company and departmental related metrics.

About MAST: MAST Technologies is an industry leader in advanced RF and EMI absorbing materials. We create engineered solutions that support mission-critical defense and aerospace applications worldwide. Our employees contribute directly to cutting-edge innovation and enjoy a collaborative environment focused on quality, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Job Accountabilities:

• Embodies the company Mission, Vision and Values
• Drives positive customer experience and actively contributes to continuous improvement.
• Directs operations in alignment with corporate strategic and business plans and goals.
• Manages, develops and leads production leads or supervisors.
• Utilizes continuous improvement (lean) across all areas to improve cost, quality and efficiency ensuring a positive customer experience.
• Manage and supervise trainings or documentation related to production
• Provides a safe work environment through focus on 6S, risk reduction and data driven decision making.
• Supports and executes level loading production schedules for capacity analysis and staffing.
• Review production timecards
• Schedules customer orders to the department daily to ensure that OTD and quality requirements are achieved.
• Supports all capital projects related to the area of responsibility.
• Responsible for reviewing all routers to ensure accurate and appropriate steps are being taken within the manufacturing process
• Ensures compliance with all local, state and federal regulatory agencies including OSHA and AQMD. Ensures compliance with all local, state and federal licenses and permits in extrusion.
• Ensures all equipment is properly maintained and operates in a safe manner.
• Directs the production and inventory control functions to ensure that the customers’ needs are met in a timely manner while utilizing the capacity of the operation in an efficient manner
• Works with planning and sales team supporting customer requests and delivery commitments.
• Works closely with warehouse to maintain facilities and records.
• Maintains and manages safety objectives at site.
• Develops and supports a cross functional culture of continuous improvement
• Schedules workload to meet priorities; achieving all performance related targets
• Leads and directs work for team of employees as defined by business needs
• Manages production staff selection, performance, development and training processes to ensure team competencies and capabilities to reach the business goals and expectations
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Specifications:

Education:

Post-secondary degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or Operations Management or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations

Years’ Experience:

10-15 years of relevant experience

Skills:

• Strong leadership and management skills to enable the creation of highly effective operational processes
• Demonstrated ability to execute functional business plans and contribute to the development of functional strategy
• Capable of directing the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems, while applying advanced analytical thought and judgment
• Ability to absorb and apply new technical information and evaluate implications
• Demonstrates a high level of ethical behavior in exercising judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with the ability to negotiate and influence, while exercising sensitivity to the audience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools

Benefits:

At MAST, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

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(Actual placement within the salary range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, experience and location)