Manufacturing Operations Manager

Phoenix, United States | Posted on 05/07/2026

We're seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily production in the manufacturing sector.

• Oversee daily shop floor activity across machining, assembly, and finishing departments
• Sequence and prioritize work orders to align with shipment commitments and revenue targets
• Lead production planning, capacity analysis, and scheduling across multiple work centers
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, downtime, and cycle time
• Partner with quality, engineering, and supply chain on root cause resolution and corrective action

• 7+ years of experience in a precision manufacturing environment
• Prior leadership experience managing supervisors, planners, or production teams
• Working knowledge of ERP and MRP platforms for scheduling and inventory control
• Strong grasp of operational flow, throughput, and shop floor constraints
• Lean or Six Sigma background with hands‑on continuous improvement results
• Aerospace or defense industry experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or related field preferred
• Comfortable holding teams accountable to schedule, quality, and safety standards

Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility: If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.