Manufacturing Operations Manager; Onsite
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Manager
Overview
Location: HFL
34:
Melbourne, FL 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd, Melbourne, FL, USA
Date Posted:
Country: United States of America
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.
Security Clearance: None/Not Required
Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace.
This leadership position is critical to the success of our manufacturing operations team. You will lead and motivate a team of supervisors, set goals, and drive achievement. You will manage supervisors and cell productivity, guide scheduling & sequencing of work, and foster a collaborative, achievement-driven environment. You will approach each day with a continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities for innovations optimizing production.
Well-developed organizational and time management skills and the ability to effectively prioritize and allocate resources are foundational for success in this role. You will utilize active listening, critical thinking, and effective problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues while working under pressure. You will be a culture champion for the team focused on individual development and team success.
- Establishes performance objectives and leads cell performance and productivity coordinating staff & workflow to achieve the customer’s schedule.
- Leads cost reduction efforts and process improvements for production.
- Motivates and drives a positive teamwork ethic and environment.
- Leading employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts.
- Lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost through the system’s various elements.
- Establish work schedules considering customer requirements, resource availability and other priorities.
- Provide leadership and direction with an emphasis on team building through daily meetings, effective communications, and developing an efficient team that is responsive to production requirements and changes.
- Work dedicatedly to address issues and engage the workforce in achieving cell goals.
- Demonstrate a 100% dedication to Quality, Environment Health and Safety (EHS).
- Understanding and ability to drive quality and customer satisfaction through CORE operating system.
- Typically requires University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.
- 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Aerospace experience.
- Utilizes CORE principles, a driver of improvement.
- Exposure to ERP systems, SAP preferred.
- Experience in practical application of Lean/Six Sigma (continuous improvement) principles.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
- Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks.
- Proven ability to facilitate difficult conversations and communicate early and concisely with individuals at all organizational levels.
- Collins Enterprise Values including Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance…
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