Senior Operations ManagerThe Senior Operations Manager provides leadership and oversight for manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and financial objectives are met while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across the organization.Responsibilities include:Strong people management and leadership skills with demonstrated success leading teams within a manufacturing environment.High level of emotional intelligence with the ability to build trust, hold employees accountable, and navigate operational challenges in a balanced and professional manner.Strong PC skills with intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to analyze operational metrics, labor utilization, and production data.Strong background in lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, 6S, and operational efficiency initiatives.Working knowledge of manufacturing operations and systems including scheduling, staffing, labor utilization, safety, quality systems, production planning, and maintenance.Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO standards, SPC, TQM, ITAR/EAR, OSHA, and other applicable manufacturing regulations and standards.Demonstrated ability to lead operational improvements, drive accountability, and improve productivity and efficiency throughout production teams.Strong project management experience including planning, budgeting, capital investment, and allocation of operational resources.Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining operational focus and execution.Strong communication, organizational, negotiation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across all levels and functions of the organization.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with employees, leadership, customers, and external partners.Strong ethical leadership abilities, professional judgment, and decision-making skills.Union manufacturing experience preferred but not required.Defense manufacturing experience preferred but not required.1505 Maiden Lane Joplin, Missouri, 64801 United States