Operations Manager - Lean Manufacturing Leader

Leonardo DRS; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in Frederick, MD is seeking a Manager of Operations to oversee manufacturing processes and schedules, drive budgets, and align objectives with company guidelines. The role emphasizes leadership, coordination across functions, and adherence to industry standards.

The successful candidate will resolve complex manufacturing issues, foster continuous improvement, and manage recruitment, performance, and development of team members, within a compliance-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, management or related field, or equivalent.
• Proficient technical expertise with demonstrated application.
• Knowledge and familiarity with standards (ISO, AS, etc).
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, negotiation, communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Capable of resolving complex issues/problems utilizing understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Manage the development, and monitor execution, of manufacturing schedules.
• Develop budgets and manage activities to accomplish financial objectives.
• Develop and recommend short- and long-range objectives, consistent with organization guidelines.
• Coordinate operations and communications within, between, and among various functional areas.

Skills

Leadership & communication

Technical proficiency

Standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or management

Job description

Leonardo DRS in Frederick, MD is seeking a Manager of Operations to oversee manufacturing processes and schedules, drive budgets, and align objectives with company guidelines. The role emphasizes leadership, coordination across functions, and adherence to industry standards.

The successful candidate will resolve complex manufacturing issues, foster continuous improvement, and manage recruitment, performance, and development of team members, within a compliance-focused environment.