Operations Manager - Danvers, MA

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Take full ownership of manufacturing operations at a growing machining facility. Lead a highly skilled team in a technically advanced aerospace manufacturing.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected manufacturer serving highly regulated industries where precision, quality, and reliability are critical to success. With advanced machining capabilities and a strong reputation for delivering complex components to demanding customers, the organization continues to invest in operational excellence, employee development, and sustainable growth. Operating within a quality-driven manufacturing environment, the business utilizes advanced CNC machining technologies and maintains rigorous industry compliance standards. Employees are empowered to make meaningful contributions, take ownership of results, and participate in initiatives that improve operational performance and customer satisfaction. The company offers a collaborative culture where leadership is highly visible, continuous improvement is encouraged, and team members are given opportunities to expand their responsibilities and advance their careers.

Job Description

• Lead daily manufacturing operations across production and production planning functions.
• Manage, mentor, and develop supervisors, operators, and production support personnel.
• Establish and communicate operational priorities to ensure production schedules are achieved.
• Drive on-time delivery performance through effective scheduling, resource allocation, and capacity planning.
• Monitor workflow across machining and support operations to ensure products move efficiently through the facility.
• Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks impacting throughput, quality, or schedule attainment.
• Partner with leadership to proactively address production risks and customer commitments.
• Own key operational metrics related to delivery, quality, productivity, utilization, and cost performance.
• Collaborate with quality teams to reduce scrap, rework, and non-conformance issues.
• Lead Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives including 5S, setup reduction, visual management, and standardized processes.
• Improve labor efficiency, equipment utilization, and overall operational effectiveness.
• Support workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, cross-training, and retention efforts.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant manufacturing environment.
• Evaluate operational needs and support capital investment decisions through data-driven recommendations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Seven or more years of manufacturing operations experience.
• At least three years of leadership experience managing production teams.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, setups, tooling, and production flow.
• Experience owning operational performance within a manufacturing site or major production area.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, capacity planning, and resource management.
• Experience working within high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ERP and/or MRP systems and data-driven decision making.
• Proven people leadership skills with experience developing supervisors and production personnel.
• Demonstrated success implementing Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience within aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing sectors is preferred.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or related operational excellence training is advantageous.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or equivalent industry experience preferred.
• Must meet applicable U.S. export control and regulatory requirements.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead an entire manufacturing operation with significant autonomy and responsibility.
• Direct impact on business performance, operational strategy, and long-term growth.
• Collaborative leadership team and strong culture of continuous improvement.
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and complex precision machining operations.
• Career development and progression opportunities within a growing organization.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Weekly pay.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability benefits.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave.
• Stable, quality-focused manufacturing environment serving critical industries.
• Opportunity to implement meaningful operational improvements and drive measurable results.

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Operations Management

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Danvers

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant Name: Delaney Sandner

Job Reference: JN-102026-7124993