Production Operations Manager, Maritime

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Build & Lead High-Performing Teams: Recruit, hire, train, and manage a full operations team, including Machinists, Welders, Fabricators, Machine Operators, and manufacturing kitting personnel.
• Establish Production Systems: Architect and implement all critical manufacturing infrastructure, including tool rooms, work cells, material flow, and comprehensive shipping & receiving management.
• Develop & Optimize Processes: Design, document, and implement robust manufacturing processes and procedures from the ground up, ensuring efficiency, first-time quality, and scalability.
• Oversee Daily Operations: Manage day-to-day production activities across diverse manufacturing disciplines, ensuring production schedules are met, quality standards are upheld, and resources are optimized.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Implement and champion continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma) to enhance operational efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality and delivery.
• Bridge R&D to Production: Facilitate the seamless transition of new products and technologies from research and development into full-scale, repeatable production.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Engineering, R&D, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Program Management teams to ensure alignment, resolve issues, and optimize the overall product lifecycle.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to strategic planning for capacity, equipment, and technology roadmaps to support future growth and product development.

Job requirements

• 10-15+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years in a leadership, management, or supervisor role overseeing diverse production teams.
• Proven experience establishing and standing up manufacturing facilities or significant production lines.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex manufacturing processes including CNC machining, cutting (waterjets, plasma, oxy-fuel), metal forming (rolling), welding, systems integration, and general fabrication.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with ERP, MES, and PLM systems.
• Experience in transitioning products from R&D to full-scale production.
• A proactive, hands-on leadership style, capable of leading teammates on the floor while also driving strategic execution.
• Ability to manage diverse teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.