Senior Operations Manager

3D Systems • Littleton, CO

12h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to implement the strategic plan for our medical device and industrial 3D printing facility. This role leads production and supply chain functions, focusing on scaling operational capability, strengthening leadership effectiveness, and driving consistent execution. The Senior Operations Manager will build on an established operations team and is accountable for aligning people, processes, and priorities to deliver predictable, high-quality outcomes. Reporting to a manager located in a different time zone, the position requires strong communication, structured priority management, and sound judgment on escalation to ensure effective alignment and decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field or equivalent by experience
• 8+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing, supply chain leadership or equivalent roles
• Experience leading managers or supervisors
• Working knowledge of both production operations and supply chain planning
• Track record of operating in complex, cross-functional environments
• Strong people leadership and coaching skills
• Clear, structured communicator (written and verbal)
• Sound prioritization and decision-making ability
• Comfortable operating with remote leadership and distributed teams
• Data-oriented and process-minded, with a practical execution focus

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the operations leadership team to support continued growth and complexity
• Set up the necessary processes to strengthen operational rhythms, clarity of ownership, and consistency of execution
• Ensure effective integration between production and supply chain activities
• Support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Enable clear alignment with senior leadership across locations and time zones
• Provide clear direction, coaching, and support to direct reports
• Foster strong collaboration across production and supply chain functions
• Set expectations for decision-making, ownership, and follow-through
• Support capability development and succession within the operations team
• Own overall operational performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Translate strategic objectives into clear operational priorities and plans
• Ensure timely issue identification, resolution, and cross-functional alignment
• Maintain clear, proactive communication with a remotely based manager
• Provide structured updates, highlight risks and trade-offs, and escalate as appropriate
• Partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders to support business objectives

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible working schedule through our paid time off (PTO) policy
• 401k plan, which includes an employer matching contribution
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Talent programs to support employees with opportunities to grow, contribute, develop, and thrive in their careers
• Employee Resource Group program
• Employee Recognition program
• 3D Gives Back program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees