Operations Manager
Aston Carter•McMinnville, OR
•$105,700 - $180,000•Onsite
About The Position
Lead daily manufacturing operations across multiple value streams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and financial objectives. Collaborate with various departments to improve overall site performance and develop operational strategies that enhance productivity, efficiency, throughput, and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- 7+ years of manufacturing operations leadership experience.
- Experience in managing large manufacturing teams through multiple layers of leadership.
- Proven experience in developing leaders, succession planning, and talent pipelines.
- Strong performance management experience, including coaching underperforming leaders and employees.
- Experience in aerospace, semiconductor, or other complex manufacturing environments.
- People Leadership & Talent Development.
- Performance Management & Accountability.
- Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement mindset.
- Critical Thinking & Complex Problem Solving.
- Data-Driven Decision Making.
- Leadership in Ambiguous or Fast-Paced Environments.
- Strong Communication and Cross-Functional Influence.
- Ability to Drive Culture Change and Build High-Performing Teams.
Nice To Haves
- MBA highly desired
- Experience supporting Boeing, Airbus, military, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Lean Six Sigma certification or significant Lean leadership experience.
- Experience leading operations with direct ownership of quality, delivery, cost, safety, and people metrics.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Maintenance, HR, Customer Service, and Safety to improve site performance.
- Drive a culture of accountability, engagement, talent development, and continuous improvement.
- Lead and mentor Value Stream Managers, building succession plans and leadership pipelines.
- Implement and lead Lean initiatives, Kaizen, and operational excellence programs.
- Utilize data analysis and operational metrics to identify opportunities and solve complex problems.
- Ensure operational goals are achieved while maintaining strong customer service, product quality, and delivery performance.
- Lead performance management efforts and provide coaching, mentoring, and career development for leaders.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision
- Retirement savings plans with company participation
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Parental leave and family‑friendly benefits
- Flexible work arrangements aligned to role and customer needs
- Professional development and training within a global aerospace organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
