Operations ManagerUniversal Analyzers, an AMETEK business, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead end-to-end factory operations for our Carson City, NV manufacturing site, supporting both the Universal Analyzers (UA) and Barben Analytical (BA) brands. Our site engineers and manufactures solutions spanning CEMS / gas sampling & conditioning with PLC automation and process analytical measurement, across both standard products and custom / configured engineered orders. This role is accountable for daily execution and continuous improvement of production planning, manufacturing, materials/inventory, shipping & logistics, and service/repair operations.
The Operations Manager ensures safe, compliant, and efficient operations while delivering strong on-time delivery, quality performance, and inventory outcomes across a build, configure, and service environment.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end plant operations, including production, planning, materials, inventory, shipping, and service/repair functionsDrive daily execution against key performance metrics: safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and inventoryExecute production schedules and align capacity, labor, and resources to meet customer demand and delivery commitmentsPartner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve manufacturing efficiency, yield, and product readinessOversee production planning, scheduling, and workflow to reduce bottlenecks and improve throughput across multiple product linesManage inventory strategy, accuracy, and material flow to support production while optimizing working capitalStrengthen supplier performance in partnership with Purchasing and Quality to improve quality, delivery, and lead timesEnsure efficient and compliant shipping and logistics operations for domestic and international deliveriesOptimize service and repair operations to meet turnaround targets and improve customer responsivenessLead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles to drive productivity, reduce waste, and improve operational performanceEstablish and maintain KPI reporting cadence, using data to drive accountability and corrective actionsLead, develop, and coach a cross-functional operations team, building capability and strengthening leadership benchRequired Qualifications & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations/Manufacturing Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or operations environment, with at least 2 years in a plant or operations leadership role (e.g., Operations Manager, Production Manager, or equivalent)Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory metricsExperience managing production planning, scheduling, and capacity in a multi-product or mixed manufacturing environmentWorking knowledge of inventory control, material flow, and warehouse operationsExperience partnering with engineering, quality, and supply chain functions to improve operational performanceStrong data-driven decision-making skills, including use of KPIs to drive accountability and continuous improvementExperience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor) and operational reporting tools (Excel or similar)Working knowledge of shipping and logistics processes, including domestic and international requirementsPreferred Experience:Experience in analytical instrumentation or engineered-to-order manufacturing environmentsLean/Six Sigma experience with demonstrated continuous improvement impactFamiliarity with regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., ISO standards, compliance requirements)Compensation:Employee Type: SalariedCurrency: USDSalary Minimum: 130,000Salary Maximum: 155,000Incentive: NoDisclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.