Operations Manager - Production & Manufacturing
We are partnering with a growing, capital-backed manufacturing organization that is expanding into a larger facility and investing heavily in operational excellence. This is a high-impact role where you'll help drive efficiency, implement LEAN initiatives, and shape processes during an exciting growth phase.
Location: Ronkonkoma, NY (On-site)
Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 + Benefits
Position Overview
The Operations Manager will oversee day-to-day production and manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency across labor, productivity, and quality control. This individual will drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimize workflows, manage inventory and equipment, and play a key role in enhancing the overall customer experience. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and is passionate about process improvement and team development.
Key Responsibilities
Lead overall production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and productivity targets are met
Manage workforce planning, scheduling, and day-to-day supervision of staff
Recruit, train, coach, and develop employees in accordance with company policies
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including LEAN manufacturing practices
Analyze workflows, space utilization, and equipment layout; implement process enhancements
Oversee inventory management, receiving, equipment utilization, and shipping operations
Forecast materials and support production planning for incoming orders
Act as primary point of contact for customer-related production or quality issues
Collaborate with customers and internal teams to resolve issues and improve service delivery
Issue RMAs and generate customer quotes as needed
Partner with vendors to ensure timely delivery and resolve supply chain issues
Participate in annual budgeting and cost control activities
Approve employee hours, manage staffing levels, and oversee compensation-related actions
Lead ISO-related training initiatives and ensure compliance standards are met
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, production, and program management teams
Required Qualifications
5-10 years of operational management experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Strong background in operations management, production, and continuous improvement
Proven leadership experience in managing teams, performance, and productivity
Experience with inventory management, equipment utilization, and shipping/receiving processes
Ability to analyze workflows and implement process improvements
Strong communication skills with experience interacting with customers, vendors, and internal teams
Experience handling customer issues related to quality and service
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related field)
Experience in LEAN manufacturing environments
background working in engineering-driven production settings
Familiarity with ISO standards and training programs
Exposure to program management and cross-functional initiatives
What Makes This Role Exciting
Join a company in growth mode with significant capital investment
Opportunity to influence operations and drive meaningful change quickly
Leadership team committed to technology, process improvement, and engineering excellence
Ability to make an impact within the first 60 days through process recommendations
Collaborative environment with strong visibility across the organization
Work Environment
On-site manufacturing and engineering environment
Combination of office and production floor exposure
Hands-on role with direct involvement in operations
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Ronkonkoma, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $160000.00/yr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ronkonkoma,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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