Precision Manufacturing Operations Manager

Elite Engineering and MAnufacturing LLC; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Elite Engineering & Manufacturing, LLC is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to run the day-to-day shop floor for a growing precision manufacturing business, reporting to the President. This role leads scheduling, quality-system administration, and vendor relationships in a high-mix environment.

The candidate will oversee AS9100/ISO quality processes, participate in quoting when needed, and drive improvements to throughput while managing a skilled shop team on site in Santa Clara.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on experience managing operations in a machine shop or precision manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO quality systems; aerospace, semiconductor, or medical device manufacturing experience is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated ability to run a shop floor day-to-day, including scheduling, personnel, and problem-solving, with minimal oversight.
• Strong people management skills, including experience holding employees accountable while maintaining morale.
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats across scheduling, quality, estimating support, and floor supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite and familiar with ERP/shop management systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; able to prioritize across multiple demands in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day management of the shop floor, including production scheduling, job flow, and machine/capacity planning across CNC machining, sheet metal, and welding operations.
• Hold employees accountable for productivity and conduct, including performance reviews, coaching, and disciplinary action when needed.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, and training for shop personnel; help identify and screen candidates for machinist, setup, and other floor roles.
• Own AS9100 / ISO quality system administration, including internal audits, documentation, and supplier/customer quality requirements (e.g. CMMC and other certification paperwork).
• Support estimating and quoting as needed, working with the estimating team to keep quote turnaround on track.
• Track orders, backlog, and shipment schedules, and proactively flag risks to on-time delivery.
• Oversee maintenance and reliability of machinery and equipment and help evaluate capital equipment needs (e.g. new or used machine purchases).
• Manage outside processing relationships (e.g. plating, painting, laser/welding vendors) to keep parts moving on schedule.
• Ensure a healthy and safe working environment and compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.
• Identify and drive process improvements to reduce waste, rework, and cost, and to improve throughput.

Skills

Leadership

Shop floor management

Problem-solving

Scheduling

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Suite

ERP / shop management systems

Job description

Elite Engineering & Manufacturing, LLC is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to run the day-to-day shop floor for a growing precision manufacturing business, reporting to the President. This role leads scheduling, quality-system administration, and vendor relationships in a high-mix environment.

The candidate will oversee AS9100/ISO quality processes, participate in quoting when needed, and drive improvements to throughput while managing a skilled shop team on site in Santa Clara.