Electronics Manufacturing Operations Manager
Trenton Systems•Lawrenceville, GA
5h
About The Position
The Manufacturing Operations Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations in a custom, low-volume/high-mix manufacturing environment to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production that meets quality, delivery, and performance targets. This role leads cross-functional teams, drives continuous improvement initiatives, manages resources, and aligns manufacturing activities with company objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in operations or production management within electronics manufacturing or a related high-tech environment.
- Proven experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience with electromechanical manufacturing assembly
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and production reporting
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and change management skills
- Manufacturing process optimization
- Lean and Six Sigma principles
- Quality assurance and compliance (ISO, IPC standards) knowledge
- Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
- Strong Microsoft Office skills in Word, Excel, SharePoint, etc.
- Engineering BOM interpretations
- Experience with Work Orders
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, IPC-A-610, and other relevant quality and regulatory standards.
- Strong understanding of electronics assembly processes (PCB manufacturing, SMT, testing, rework, and packaging).
- Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost analysis, and resource optimization.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and cost targets
- Lead production and repair teams to achieve operational goals
- Drive accountability for performance metrics across all manufacturing functions
- Develop and execute production plans aligned with customer demand and business priorities
- Optimize labor, materials, equipment, and capacity utilization
- Collaborate with planning, supply chain, NPI, Quality, and Engineering to ensure uninterrupted production flow and continuous improvement
- Implement standardized work, visual management, and performance dashboards
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Partner with Quality teams to address non-conformances, corrective actions, and root cause analysis
- Support audits, certifications, and regulatory inspections as needed
- Ensure products meet internal and external quality standards and customer requirements
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop manufacturing leadership and frontline teams
- Establish clear expectations, performance goals, and development plans
- Foster employee engagement, accountability, and a strong safety culture
- Identify cost-reduction opportunities and productivity improvements
- Prepare and present operational performance reports
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
