Senior Manufacturing Operations Leader (Lean & Safety)

Mckinstry

Spokane (WA)

On-site

USD 113,000 - 189,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit‑

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, prescription,d

Job summary

McKinstry in Spokane, WA is seeking a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations to lead day-to-day operations of the Offsite Manufacturing division. You will drive production scheduling, safety, quality, and cost targets while coordinating with Manufacturing Engineering, Operation Excellence, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain to deliver reliable, scalable results.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering, 8+ years of leadership in manufacturing, expertise in lean and QMS, and strong

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
8+ years of progressive manufacturing or plant operations leadership, including 3+ years managing a production facility.
Deep knowledge of lean manufacturing, quality management systems, and continuous improvement tools (QMS: ISO-9001 / IAFT16949, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, VSM).
Demonstrated experience managing safety programs and achieving measurable reductions in TRIR.
Strong financial acumen: cost variance analysis, capital planning, P&L management a plus.
Proficiency with ERP/MES systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills.
Prior experience in regulated manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Champion a zero-incident safety culture through rigorous compliance programs, regular floor walks, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-through.
Lead all value stream operations – production scheduling, workforce management, safety, quality, and maintenance – to consistently meet output, cost, and delivery targets.
Own assigned value stream delivery schedule, quality, safety, and cost targets, partnering with other teams on budget development, labor planning, and variance analysis to protect and improve value stream margins.
Drive continuous improvement by deploying lean and kaizen methodologies, reducing waste, shortening cycle times, and improving first-pass quality across all production lines.
Build, coach, and hold accountable a high-performing manufacturing team, ensuring staffing levels, skill development, and succession plans align with business growth