Operations Manager

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth:
People create value.

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Magellan Aerospace, Processing New York has an exciting new opportunity for an Operations Manager. The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the overall operational performance of metal surface treatment, non‑destructive testing (NDT), and shot peening operations, ensuring the consistent achievement of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) objectives within budgeted targets. The successful incumbent will provide leadership across Operations and Supply Chain, while also overseeing Facility Maintenance and Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) to ensure full compliance with aerospace and defense regulatory requirements, including Nadcap, AS9100, and applicable environmental standards.

They will also play a critical role in driving operational excellence, process capability, and customer satisfaction in a highly regulated aerospace manufacturing environment.

Reports directly to
:
Division Manager

Salary range: $100,000 – $130,000.

Shift: Monday–Friday Regular day shift 7 AM–3:30 PM.

• Develop and implement plans to efficiently utilize materials, labor, and equipment to meet customer delivery, quality, and cost expectations in metal surface treatment, NDT, and shot peening operations.
• Lead daily operations to ensure compliance with aerospace customer specifications, Nadcap requirements, and internal process controls.
• Suggest, lead, and direct improvements to machinery, chemical processing lines, NDT and shot peening equipment, production systems, and methods of work to achieve divisional goals.
• Manage and optimize supply chain activities, including procurement of coatings, chemicals and consumables, production planning, demand management, master scheduling, shipping/receiving, and warehousing.
• Identify and implement best‑in‑class technologies, automation, and infrastructure appropriate for aerospace special processes and business scale.
• Establish and maintain appropriate inventory targets for raw materials, chemicals, WIP, and finished goods while ensuring compliance with shelf‑life and regulatory requirements.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement aligned with Lean/6S principles.
• Plan and manage operational plans and departmental budgets, ensuring alignment with financial targets and business strategy.
• Research, justify, and recommend capital investment plans (equipment, processing lines, automation) to improve capacity, capability, efficiency, and profitability.
• Drive daily schedule execution and maximize utilization of critical assets, identifying and resolving bottlenecks.
• Establish, monitor, and drive performance through KPIs (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory), ensuring actions are taken to achieve targets.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and customer requirements, including Nadcap, AS9100, ISO
  14001, OSHA, ITAR, and internal policies and procedures.
• Ensure supply chain synchronization and adherence to production plans, minimizing disruptions and delays.
• Oversee equipment reliability and facility maintenance programs, including preventive and corrective maintenance for processing lines, paint shop, NDT, and shot peening equipment.
• Provide strong leadership, communication, and direction to Operations and Supply Chain teams to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory objectives.
• Proactively identify operational risks and constraints (capacity, compliance, supply chain), develop mitigation plans, and elevate issues as needed.
• Partner with external…