Senior Lead Manufacturing Operations Specialist

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • West Plains, MO • 2h ago

Job ID: 114323

Your future starts here! Kick off 2026 with a career that makes a difference at Leonardo DRS in West Plains, MO. We're growing and actively hiring for multiple openings across a variety of roles. If you're motivated, ready to learn, and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you. Explore our open positions and apply today: https://www.leonardodrs.com/careers

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities

May serve as team lead for lower-level specialists who are responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget

Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks requiring advanced skills, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs

Perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures

Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals

Communicate effectively with other functional departments, such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Sales departments

Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues

Responsible for orienting and training lower-level specialists

Demonstrate ability to be a self-starter as well as sound decision making

Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)

Responsible for proper use of required PPE

May participate in LEAN Events, "Six S" activities, action teams etc.

Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Manufacturing Operations

May assist in the supervision of the manufacturing functions across all production departments. This may include areas of: preparation of product for assembly, welding, mechanical, harness, cable, printed circuit board sub-assemblies, spray application, paint prep processes, and visual inspection of products or sub-assemblies, utilizing work instructions, models and/or drawings

May assist technicians in interpreting work instructions

May assist in basic troubleshooting and production related problems.

Assist in supervising employees and coordinating production processes.

Help ensure efficient workflows and maximum productivity.

Monitor production activities to identify potential issues, minimize downtime and implement solutions.

Assist in scheduling production personnel and adjusting schedules as needed.

Help maintain and improve quality standards and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

Identify inefficiencies and make recommendations for improvements.

Communicate with supervisor, production team, and pass down information with off-shift supervision.

Job Responsibilities Part II

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 8+ years of experience in specialty area

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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