Mgr - Operations

Oshkosh Corporation•Ogden, UT

About The Position

Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO®, JetAire®, JetPower®, AmpTekÔ, Jetway®, and more. The Operations Manager is responsible for leading production operations to ensure contractual commitments are met while driving operational excellence, efficiency, and profitability. This role oversees multiple production areas through a team of production supervisors and plays a critical role in advancing compliance standards for defense-related manufacturing. The position requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to drive performance in a dynamic, high-mix, low-volume environment. YOUR IMPACT These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field
Eight plus years of related work experience
Strong background in defense manufacturing with working knowledge of ITAR and export control requirements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational, planning, and decision-making capabilities

Nice To Haves

Experience leading leaders in a manufacturing environment, including supervision of production supervisors
Proven ability to lead in fast-paced, high-change environments and drive teams through operational transformation
Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments
Knowledge of production flow, assembly operations, and inventory management
Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functions including engineering, supply chain, and operations
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and adapt to evolving business needs

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of production supervisors, overseeing approximately 60–70 indirect reports across multiple production lines
Ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient production that meets delivery commitments and cost targets
Drive performance across key metrics including safety, quality, delivery, labor efficiency, and overall throughput
Oversee production of defense-related products, ensuring adherence to ITAR, export controls, and all applicable compliance requirements
Partner with engineering, manufacturing engineering, project management, and supply chain to resolve production issues and improve processes
Support and influence production scheduling, material flow, and inventory management to optimize operational performance
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce inefficiencies, and improve overall manufacturing processes
Foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture that encourages problem solving, accountability, and cross-functional engagement
Participate in union-related activities including grievance resolution and disciplinary processes in alignment with labor agreements
Manage departmental budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure operations remain within financial targets
Support organizational changes and transformation efforts related to defense manufacturing and compliance readiness