Senior Operations Leader, Aerospace Manufacturing (On-site)

Elevate Aircraft Seating LLC.; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health care plans

Growth opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Elevate Aircraft Seating LLC in Santa Maria, CA, is seeking a Senior Manager, Operations to lead manufacturing operations and maintenance activities. This on-site role focuses on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives while driving resource planning and workforce development.

You will implement operational strategies, promote accountability, and partner cross-functionally to align manufacturing execution with customer requirements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing operations with leadership in production teams.
• Experience in quality-driven production environments and cost performance.
• Ability to lead multiple manufacturing functions and drive improvements.
• Strong budget management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in English communication and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations and maintenance to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Establish KPIs, drive accountability, and implement corrective actions for gaps.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet customer needs.
• Manage workforce planning, onboarding, training, and development for readiness.
• Ensure QMS/AS9100 compliance and coordinate with stakeholders to resolve challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing ops

Production planning

Analytical skills

Budget management

Cross-functional collab

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel / BI

Job description

Elevate Aircraft Seating LLC in Santa Maria, CA, is seeking a Senior Manager, Operations to lead manufacturing operations and maintenance activities. This on-site role focuses on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives while driving resource planning and workforce development.

You will implement operational strategies, promote accountability, and partner cross-functionally to align manufacturing execution with customer requirements.