Operations Manager

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Operations Manager – Milwaukee, WI

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a precision machining facility in a senior on-site leadership role within a respected aerospace and defense manufacturing environment. The position offers significant ownership and influence in a private equity-backed company serving aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor, and transportation sectors.

Operations Manager Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Generous paid holidays and vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Collaborative, high-performance aerospace and defense culture

Operations Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of progressive operations leadership experience in manufacturing
• Aerospace, defense, precision machining, or other regulated manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Proven success leading multiple functions including production, quality, and supply chain
• Strong ERP or MRP systems expertise
• Working knowledge of AS9100 Rev D, ITAR, and export control requirements preferred
• Demonstrated lean and continuous improvement leadership in a fast-paced operation
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, business, or related field preferred
• Strong financial, analytical, and people leadership skills with an ability to build accountability and culture

Operations Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Own full site performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people
• Direct daily operations across machining, assembly, and support functions to meet customer commitments
• Lead and develop functional managers in production, quality, supply chain, engineering, and maintenance
• Drive on-time delivery schedule adherence and recovery of jobs at risk using ERP and site reporting
• Manage the site operating budget while driving efficiency, margin, and cost performance
• Maintain compliance with AS9100 Rev D quality system, ITAR, and US export control requirements
• Lead lean and continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment uptime, throughput, and lights-out machining

JOB ID: 183619

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Kalyn Schreckhise

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