Operations Director

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Universal Analyzers, an AMETEK business, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead end-to-end factory operations for our Carson City, NV manufacturing site, supporting both the Universal Analyzers (UA) and Barben Analytical (BA) brands. Our site engineers and manufactures solutions spanning CEMS / gas sampling & conditioning with PLC automation and process analytical measurement, across both standard products and custom / configured engineered orders.

This role is accountable for daily execution and continuous improvement of production planning, manufacturing, materials/inventory, shipping & logistics, and service/repair operations. The Operations Manager ensures safe, compliant, and efficient operations while delivering strong on-time delivery, quality performance, and inventory outcomes across a build, configure, and service environment.

Lead end-to-end plant operations, including production, planning, materials, inventory, shipping, and service/repair functions

Drive daily execution against key performance metrics: safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and inventory

Execute production schedules and align capacity, labor, and resources to meet customer demand and delivery commitments

Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve manufacturing efficiency, yield, and product readiness

Oversee production planning, scheduling, and workflow to reduce bottlenecks and improve throughput across multiple product lines

Manage inventory strategy, accuracy, and material flow to support production while optimizing working capital

Strengthen supplier performance in partnership with Purchasing and Quality to improve quality, delivery, and lead times

Ensure efficient and compliant shipping and logistics operations for domestic and international deliveries

Optimize service and repair operations to meet turnaround targets and improve customer responsiveness

Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles to drive productivity, reduce waste, and improve operational performance

Establish and maintain KPI reporting cadence, using data to drive accountability and corrective actions

Lead, develop, and coach a cross-functional operations team, building capability and strengthening leadership bench

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations/Manufacturing Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered

10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or operations environment, with at least 2 years in a plant or operations leadership role (e.g., Operations Manager, Production Manager, or equivalent)

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory metrics

Experience managing production planning, scheduling, and capacity in a multi-product or mixed manufacturing environment

Working knowledge of inventory control, material flow, and warehouse operations

Experience partnering with engineering, quality, and supply chain functions to improve operational performance

Strong data-driven decision-making skills, including use of KPIs to drive accountability and continuous improvement

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor) and operational reporting tools (Excel or similar)

Working knowledge of shipping and logistics processes, including domestic and international requirements

Preferred Experience

Experience in analytical instrumentation or engineered-to-order manufacturing environments

Lean/Six Sigma experience with demonstrated continuous improvement impact

Familiarity with regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., ISO standards, compliance requirements)

Employee Type:
Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 130,000

Salary Maximum: 155,000

Incentive:
No

Disclaimer:

Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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