Operations Manager

Bruce Aerospace, Inc.; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruce Aerospace, Inc. is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead aerospace manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and develop high-performing teams.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong business acumen, and the ability to optimize production planning, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration across Production, Maintenance, Mfg. Engineering, and EHS. Travel ~20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive manufacturing operations experience.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing leadership experience, including direct management of supervisors or managers.
• Experience overseeing at least 20 employees with responsibility for multiple operational functions.
• Proven experience managing budgets, improving manufacturing performance, and achieving operational goals.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, ERP systems, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Preferred: Aerospace manufacturing experience; AS9100 knowledge; Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across Production, Business Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, and EHS to achieve operational and financial objectives.
• Develop and mentor managers and supervisors, fostering accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, staffing, capacity, inventory, and resource allocation to meet customer commitments.
• Develop and manage operating budgets, capital expenditures, and productivity initiatives to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Drive improvements in manufacturing performance, quality, cost, and on-time delivery through measurable KPIs and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, AS9100, and customer quality requirements while maintaining equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to resolve operational challenges, support new product introductions, and execute business strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing Operations

Budgeting

ERP systems

Continuous Improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or Business

AS9100 knowledge

Lean Six Sigma experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Lead Operations. Develop People. Drive Performance.

Bruce Aerospace is seeking an experienced, results-driven Operations Manager to lead our aerospace manufacturing operations. This key leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong business acumen, proven manufacturing experience, and the ability to drive measurable results across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily operations across Production, Business Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, and EHS to achieve operational and financial objectives.

Develop and mentor managers and supervisors, fostering accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Oversee production planning, scheduling, staffing, capacity, inventory, and resource allocation to meet customer commitments.

Develop and manage operating budgets, capital expenditures, and productivity initiatives to improve efficiency and profitability.

Drive improvements in manufacturing performance, quality, cost, and on-time delivery through measurable KPIs and corrective actions.

Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, AS9100, and customer quality requirements while maintaining equipment reliability.

Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to resolve operational challenges, support new product introductions, and execute business strategies.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of progressive manufacturing operations experience.

Minimum 3 years of manufacturing leadership experience, including direct management of supervisors or managers.

Experience overseeing at least 20 employees with responsibility for multiple operational functions.

Proven experience managing budgets, improving manufacturing performance, and achieving operational goals.

Strong knowledge of production planning, ERP systems, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement.

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Preferred: Aerospace manufacturing experience, Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus. AS9100 knowledge, and Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.

Additional Requirements

Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment and travel approximately 20%.

Must be eligible for any required U.S. government authorizations under applicable ITAR and EAR export regulations.

Join Bruce Aerospace

We're looking for a leader who can inspire teams, improve processes, and deliver results. If you're ready to make an impact in aerospace manufacturing, we encourage you to apply!

Full-time/Part-time

Full-time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Area of Interest

Operations

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