Engineering & Operations Manager

Engineering & Operations Manager

Location: Reno, NV - Local candidates only; or those that can relocate immediately
Salary: $120,000 annually
Job Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday

Lead Operations. Drive Performance. Make an Impact.

We are seeking an experienced Engineering & Operations Manager to oversee daily operations for a growing industrial organization in Reno, Nevada. This leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence across multiple departments while ensuring quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a strong operational background, exceptional business acumen, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily operations across Purchasing, Quality, Logistics, and Warehouse departments
• Drive process improvements to increase operational efficiency and productivity
• Partner with Accounting on financial reviews, payment approvals, and operational reporting
• Monitor sales activity and margin performance
• Oversee SAP system performance in partnership with Accounting
• Manage IT vendor relationships and support business systems
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and oversee internal quality audits
• Lead workplace safety initiatives and training compliance
• Manage purchasing activities, inventory control, receiving, and warehouse operations
• Review and approve purchase orders, customer quotations, contracts, and key operational documents
• Support production scheduling and operational planning
• Coach, develop, and lead department managers and staff
• Collaborate with executive leadership to achieve strategic business objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required - Mechanical Engineering 
• Minimum 5 years of management experience in operations, manufacturing, engineering, or a related environment
• Strong leadership and team development experience
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand products and operational workflows
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP experience is a plus)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing or industrial operations
• ISO quality systems and internal auditing
• Supply chain, purchasing, logistics, and warehouse management
• Continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
• Financial oversight and business process management

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive salary of $120,000 annually
• Stable, growing organization
• High-impact leadership role with executive visibility
• Opportunity to influence company operations and strategic direction
• Collaborative team environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Travel: Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.

If you're an experienced operations leader who enjoys improving processes, developing teams, and driving organizational success, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

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