Senior Manager, Operations - Lean Manufacturing ($125-$150k)

#twiceasnice Recruiting; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Short/Long Disability

401k with match

PTO

Year-End Shutdown

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

A leading precision manufacturing firm is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead operations in Lawrence, MA. The role involves overseeing production, managing teams, and driving lean manufacturing initiatives. Candidates should have over 5 years of manufacturing management experience and proven leadership skills. This position offers competitive salary ranging from $125k to $150k, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a privately owned company invested in cutting-edge equipment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing management experience required.
• Lean manufacturing experience required.
• Proven people leadership experience required.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing activities for production, subcontracting, and shipments.
• Set and manage daily and weekly production goals.
• Implement and monitor lean manufacturing practices across all departments.
• Track productivity and throughput metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Analyze production and throughput data.
• Develop and enforce operational policies with leadership.
• Collaborate with Quality, Purchasing, and Logistics.
• Oversee production and delivery schedules.
• Manage hiring, training, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Manufacturing management

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Efficiency improvement

Job description

Senior Manager, Operations - Lean Manufacturing ($125-k–$150k)

Location: Lawrence, MA

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short/Long Disability, 401k w/ match, PTO, Year-End Shutdown

Job Type: Full-Time - M - F

Start Date: ASAP

Sponsorship is not available

Relocation Assistance Available

Our client, a precision manufacturing company, is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead their growing manufacturing operations in Lawrence, MA. In this role, you will oversee daily precision machining and metal stamping operations, manage production, schedules, personnel, and monitor key lean manufacturing metrics. You’ll be a key member of the leadership team, driving lean initiatives and managing performance across departments including Quality, Purchasing, and Logistics. The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience in manufacturing, and strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles. To succeed, you must be a hands‑on leader who drives efficiency, ensures on‑time delivery, and fosters continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to shape operations at a growing privately owned company that invests in cutting‑edge equipment and offers room for meaningful impact and growth.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing activities for production, subcontracting, and shipments
• Set and manage daily and weekly production goals
• Implement and monitor lean manufacturing practices across all departments
• Track productivity and throughput metrics to drive continuous improvement
• Analyze and act on key production and throughput data
• Develop and enforce operational policies, procedures, and goals with leadership
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality, Purchasing, and Logistics
• Oversee customer production and delivery schedules to meet shipping targets
• Manage hiring, training, coaching, and performance reviews for staff
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing management experience required
• Lean manufacturing experience required
• Proven people leadership experience required