Precision Manufacturing Lead - On-Site, Flexible Hours

Nolte Precise Manufacturing

Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Nolte Precise Manufacturing is seeking an Operations Manager in Cincinnati, Ohio, to lead daily execution of our precision machining operation on site. You will drive on-time delivery, schedule execution, and staff prioritization in a high-mix, low-to-medium volume environment.

You will work closely with the President to improve performance, flow, and throughput, while maintaining AS9100 quality and a strong daily presence on the production floor across multiple departments.

Qualifications

Experience leading precision machining operations.
Strong background in CNC turning and milling.
Proven ability to manage production scheduling and capacity.
Lean manufacturing mindset with focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Drive on-time delivery and production schedule execution.
Prioritize jobs, machines, labor, and staffing needs.
Maintain a strong daily presence on the production floor.
Monitor flow, utilization, capacity, downtime, and bottlenecks.
Coach employees, develop Team Leads, and reinforce accountability.
Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on setup efficiency, throughput, and workflow.
Coordinate across Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Shipping/Receiving, and Purchasing to remove production barriers.
Use operational data to identify issues and carry solutions through implementation.