Operations Manager

Eaton; Town of Orchard Park (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable incentive program

Health and Welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Orchard Park, NY is seeking an Operations Manager to lead and optimize manufacturing operations. The role focuses on safety, quality, delivery, and inventory performance within the IPT structure, driving Lean Six Sigma improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

You will develop production plans, lead a team, and ensure adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards while delivering on KPI targets and cost objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years of operations or engineering management experience in a manufacturing environment
• OR Associates degree and minimum of 5 years of operations or engineering management experience in a manufacturing environment
• OR Equivalent Military Experience in lieu of Degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience supporting manufacturing production goals and operations planning
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience with direct reports
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to ITAR. All applicants must be U.S. persons within ITAR meaning.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
• No relocation is offered for this position. All candidates must reside within 50 miles of Orchard Park, NY
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and execute plans for Operations in SIOP process.
• Serve as Continuous Improvement Champion, leading cross functional groups towards future state including productivity improvements and waste elimination.
• Lead daily plan execution, prioritizing Manufacturing Engineers, Production Supervisors, Material Planners, and Quality Engineers.
• Ensure all operational processes follow safety, quality and environmental systems and procedures.
• Develop weekly/monthly production schedules to support the SIOP plan.
• Achieve IPT KPI goals for safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory and responsiveness.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma for root cause problem solving and improvements.
• Coach and mentor direct reports; conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Problem solving

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Associate degree

Equivalent Military Experience

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Career Opportunities: Operations Manager (76683)

Requisition ID76683-Posted11/02/2026

Eaton’s IS AER MSDdivision is currently seeking aOperations Manager. This role is based in Orchard Park, NY.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $97000- $143000a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

The Operations Manager will achieve team operational performance metrics targets including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Productivity ; drive continuous improvement through root cause problem solving methods; build People to Get Results – develop bench strength within the Integrated Product Team (IPT); assist the development and execution of the Sales Inventory and Operations Plans (SIOP) focusing on capacity and material planning, with a proactive approach to mitigate risk to the forecast and budget plans.

• Lead, develop, and execute plans for Operations in SIOP process.
• Serve as Continuous Improvement Champion, leading cross functional groups towards the future state to include: productivity improvements, waste elimination, variation reduction, team strategy deployment, teaming, and recognition.
• Lead daily plan execution, including prioritization for Manufacturing Engineers, Production Supervisors, Material Planners, and Quality Engineers supporting the Integrated Product Team (IPT); as well as supporting site wide initiatives in Supply Chain and Quality.
• Ensure all operational processes are carried out in accordance with safety, quality and environmental systems and procedures.
• Plays an active role in developing the weekly/monthly production schedules to support SIOP plan.
• Responsible for ensuring that Environmental, Health, and Safety are included as part of everyday activities.
• Achieve agreed upon Integrated Product Team (IPT goals for KPI’s (Key Process Indicators) which include safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory and responsiveness.
• Utilize lean and Six Sigma concepts within the Value Stream for Root cause problem solving and improvement opportunities.
• Weekly / Monthly / Quarterly reviews of key metrics and actions to improve.
• Coaching and Mentoring of Direct Reports; Performance Review updates
• Ability to lead a team toward a common vision and goal
• Develop talent within the team.
• Support customer requirements as needed. Customer focused mentality.

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Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years of operations or engineering management experience in a manufacturing environment
• OR Associates degree and minimum of 5 years of operations or engineering management experience in a manufacturing environment
• OR Equivalent Military Experience in lieu of Degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience supporting manufacturing production goals and operations planning
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience with direct reports
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. “Green Card Holder”), Political Asylee or Refugee.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• No relocation is offered for this position. All candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of Orchard Park, NY to be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in operations management or equivalent leadership role.
• Possess a working knowledge of business finance and ability to link financial outcomes with operational actions and strategy
• Manufacturing experience in Aerospace and/or Defense industry
• Ability to think strategically and develop operational plans.
• Thorough working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma enterprise.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead and facilitate progressive change and deal effectively with all levels of management.

Skills:

Soft skills:

• Strong leadership and communication skills, builds organizational capability, accountability
• Customer facing experience

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