Operations Manager

Operations Manager

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Bruce Aerospace | Carson City, NV

Lead Operations. Develop People. Drive Performance.

Bruce Aerospace is seeking an experienced, results-driven Operations Manager to lead our aerospace manufacturing operations. This key leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong business acumen, proven manufacturing experience, and the ability to drive measurable results across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across Production, Business Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, and EHS to achieve operational and financial objectives.
• Develop and mentor managers and supervisors, fostering accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, staffing, capacity, inventory, and resource allocation to meet customer commitments.
• Develop and manage operating budgets, capital expenditures, and productivity initiatives to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Drive improvements in manufacturing performance, quality, cost, and on-time delivery through measurable KPIs and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, AS9100, and customer quality requirements while maintaining equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to resolve operational challenges, support new product introductions, and execute business strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive manufacturing operations experience.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing leadership experience, including direct management of supervisors or managers.
• Experience overseeing at least 20 employees with responsibility for multiple operational functions.
• Proven experience managing budgets, improving manufacturing performance, and achieving operational goals.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, ERP systems, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Preferred

Aerospace manufacturing experience, AS9100 knowledge, and Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment and travel approximately 20%.
• Must be eligible for any required U.S. government authorizations under applicable ITAR and EAR export regulations.

Join Bruce Aerospace

We're looking for a leader who can inspire teams, improve processes, and deliver results. If you're ready to make an impact in aerospace manufacturing, we encourage you to apply!

Compensation

Based on experience