Operations Manager

We are seeking a results-driven and detail-oriented Operations Manager to lead and optimize metal fabrication operations for a client supporting the aerospace sector. This role is critical in ensuring production efficiency, quality assurance, and compliance with aerospace standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee Daily Operations: Manage end-to-end shop floor activities including fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly of aerospace components.

• Production Planning: Develop and execute production schedules to meet customer deadlines and quality expectations.

• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor production supervisors, technicians, and support staff to ensure high performance and accountability.

• Process Optimization: Identify and implement lean manufacturing practices to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with AS9100 and other aerospace quality standards; collaborate with QA teams to resolve non-conformances.

• Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination: Monitor raw material levels, coordinate with procurement, and manage vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.

• Safety & Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and ensure adherence to OSHA and industry-specific regulations.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, sales, and customer service teams to align operations with business goals.

• Reporting & Metrics: Track KPIs such as OEE, on-time delivery, scrap rates, and labor efficiency; present regular updates to senior leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 3-5 years of experience in operations or production management within aerospace or precision metal fabrication.

• Recent Aerospace Industry experience required

• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

• Proven leadership and team-building skills.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational abilities.

This position will include benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K, etc.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance