Operations Manager

Operations Manager
Greater Keene, NH (relocations assistance provided)

Competitive Base Salary, Annual Bonus, Comprehensive Benefits Day One, 401(k) Match + Defined Contribution Plan

Immediate need for an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations for a precision aerospace and defense manufacturer. This role is responsible for delivering world-class performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, lead time, and employee development. You will translate business objectives into clear operational priorities, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve business plan targets. This is a high-visibility leadership position with strong career growth opportunities within a stable, globally recognized manufacturer.

• Lead the precision bearing manufacturing operation to meet or exceed business plan objectives for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and lead time.
• Drive alignment by clearly communicating strategy, goals, and tactical execution plans across all levels of the organization.
• Manage production schedules to ensure on-time delivery and high first-pass yield performance
• Ensure accurate and timely production reporting, including maintenance of master data (rates, routings, setup times, utilization, scrap).
• Partner with Materials Management to optimize raw material flow and component availability to support demand.
• Oversee machining, heat treat, grinding, finishing, assembly, and shipping operations to improve throughput and operational flow.
• Monitor scrap, repair, and non-conformance costs; lead initiatives to reduce waste and cost of poor quality.
• Develop and execute workforce development programs focused on coaching, training, and capability building.
• Identify and lead Lean initiatives to reduce variability, improve process capability, and drive operational excellence.
• Achieve or exceed KPIs related to customer satisfaction, quality performance, productivity, and cost control.

RSI NOTES:
Long-Time client…$50-$60M Plant revenues. Growing! SEEKING LEADERSHIP + Operations Leadership. Send anyone up to $155K. Will relo, lump sum.

• Manages Plant Operations for a 270+ person facility in Keene. Manages Production, Manufacturing, Safety, Quality, and Maintenance.
• The plant is growing due to investment $25M injection this year which will grow the plant above 300 people.
• Bearings used in precision applications: aerospace/defense, automotive, medical device, precision machining
• Managers 2 Area Leaders who oversee 6 supervisors. In addition it manages Maintenance (has 10-12 people) and a Program Manager. The supervisors each have 20-25 people underneath them.
• 3 shifts at the moment. Increasing to 4 with the addition of a weekend shift.
• They are seeking a combination of Continuous Improvement and Leadership. They cannot find someone with excellent leadership and mentoring ability since the area leaders are green.
• Bachelor’s Degree required

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience within a complex production environment.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and team development capabilities.
• Experience with SAP, MRP, or ERP systems; strong analytical and computer proficiency.
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop frontline supervisors and operations leaders.