Job description

A manufacturing company is seeking an experienced, hands-on Operations Manager to lead and optimize day-to-day operations in its growing shop. This role is critical in improving operational efficiency, scheduling production, managing a small but skilled team, and ensuring high-quality output. This is a roll-up-your-sleeves position ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, small business environment.

They are looking for a strong leader who can take charge of the production floor, improve profitability, and keep everything running smoothly from procurement to delivery.

Operations Manager Responsibilities

Oversee all day-to-day operations
Manage and schedule team members including quality control and programming staff
Optimize shop flow and production scheduling to improve efficiency and throughput
Order and manage tooling and materials to meet production deadlines
Estimate new jobs at a high level and assist in quoting process
Lead documentation from procurement through quality control and shipping
Maintain and enhance compliance with industry standards, including revision control
Evaluate and improve processes to increase profitability and minimize downtime
Communicate regularly with owner to report financial and operational performance
Foster a team-oriented, accountable, and high-performing culture on the shop floor

Operations Manager Requirements

10+ years of experience, including shop floor management
CNC Machining in metalwork experience is required
Proven supervisory/leadership experience in a small business or job shop setting
Strong ability to manage job flow and technical operations
Comfortable working in a high-paced environment and wearing multiple hats
High level of organization, initiative, and follow-through
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including with clients and vendors
Proficiency in Excel; exposure to ERP systems
Experience with SolidWorks and Mastercam
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required with relevant experience

Benefits