Operations Manager

MATSYS is an innovation driven advanced manufacturing company developing and producing specialty engineered materials that power next generation aerospace, defense, and energy applications. Our technologies enable breakthroughs in performance, efficiency, and reliability—solving some of the most complex materials engineering challenges in the world.

We are in a period of rapid growth and scaling, and we thrive on collaboration, technical excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement. At MATSYS, you will have the opportunity to directly influence the success of mission‑critical programs and build a supply chain designed for resilience, agility, and world‑class execution.

If you are excited by complex materials, advanced manufacturing, and high‑impact technical problem‑solving, you’ll feel right at home here.

MATSYS is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily metal powder manufacturing operations in Chattanooga. You will guide engineers, operators and technicians, align production with customer requirements and build a safe, accountable and capable manufacturing team.

• Direct daily production, staffing and equipment utilization to deliver throughput, quality, schedule and cost objectives across atomization, sieving, blending and packaging.
• Coordinate production planning and preventive maintenance to reduce downtime, remove bottlenecks and improve reliability.
• Ensure batches meet particle size, morphology and chemical purity requirements; lead investigations and corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with EHS on reactive metal powder and pressurized gas controls, combustible dust prevention, industrial hygiene, audits and operator training.
• Lead hiring, performance management, employee development and cross-training for engineers, operators and process, electrical and maintenance technicians.
• Use ERP and MES data, OEE, yield and other operating metrics to drive Lean, 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.

• At least 5 years of production floor supervisory or management experience, typically 5–7 years, in heavy industry, chemical processing, powder metallurgy or comparable hazardous-material manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams, solve operational problems and balance safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Experience coordinating manufacturing workflows, equipment maintenance, root-cause investigations and workforce training.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, metallurgy or a related discipline; equivalent relevant manufacturing leadership experience is welcome. Metal powder, thermal processing or industrial gas expertise; ERP or MES proficiency; AS9100 or ISO 9001 experience; military leadership experience.
• Position eligibility: U.S. person status and eligibility to obtain a security clearance.

Work involves manufacturing floor, equipment and laboratory activities around metal powders, pressurized gases, heat, noise and industrial equipment. Required PPE may include respiratory protection, flame-resistant clothing, safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Support for certifications, training, and career development
• The opportunity to directly shape the facilities infrastructure powering breakthrough technologies

MATSYS is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available during the hiring process.

MATSYS uses E-Verify to verify right-to-work.

MATSYS is a Drug-Free Workplace.

Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test prior to following receipt of a conditional job offer