Operations Manager - Precision Manufacturing | Billerica, MA
Adecco is hiring an experienced Operations Manager for a leading precision manufacturing organization in Billerica, MA. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic manufacturing leader to drive operational excellence, lead high-performing teams, and play a key role in shaping the future growth of a well-established company serving advanced industries such as semiconductor, biotechnology, medical devices, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing.
If you're passionate about continuous improvement, manufacturing leadership, and building scalable operational systems, we encourage you to apply directly through the Adecco website.
Compensation
$145,000 - $185,000 annual salary , based on experience and qualifications
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Position Overview
As Operations Manager, you will partner closely with executive leadership to oversee manufacturing operations, production planning, quality systems, continuous improvement initiatives, and organizational development. This role offers significant influence on business strategy and provides an opportunity to lead transformational initiatives that drive long-term growth and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate has experience in highly structured manufacturing environments such as aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, or precision machining operations and brings a strong background in process improvement, team leadership, and operational performance management.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Serve as a key operational partner to executive leadership
Help develop and execute strategic business initiatives
Establish and implement operational goals and long-term growth strategies
Drive alignment around business objectives, KPIs, and organizational priorities
Manufacturing & Operations Management
Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations and production planning activities
Optimize workflow, scheduling, and resource utilization
Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining quality, safety, and delivery standards
Develop scalable systems and processes to support continued growth
Monitor and improve key performance indicators including productivity, efficiency, quality, profitability, and on-time delivery
Continuous Improvement
Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement initiatives
Identify and eliminate operational bottlenecks, waste, and inefficiencies
Foster a culture of accountability, data-driven decision-making, and problem solving
Drive measurable improvements across manufacturing and support functions
Leadership & Team Development
Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors, managers, and future leaders
Establish clear expectations and accountability standards
Promote a collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement
Support succession planning and employee development initiatives
Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with customer, quality, and regulatory requirements
Strengthen quality management systems and operational controls
Partner with quality teams to implement corrective and preventive actions
Support initiatives that improve product quality and customer satisfaction
Financial & Business Performance
Manage operational budgets and resource planning
Drive cost-reduction and margin-improvement strategies
Analyze operational performance and recommend improvements
Align operational activities with overall business goals
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field
7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
Proven success leading operations within precision manufacturing environments
Experience overseeing production, quality, planning, and continuous improvement programs
Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and operational transformation
Strong experience developing and managing KPIs and performance management systems
Preferred
Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification
Experience working within AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality management systems
Previous experience partnering closely with executive leadership or ownership teams
What Success Looks Like
Within your first 12-24 months, you will:
Implement scalable operational systems and accountability processes
Improve production efficiency, quality performance, and delivery metrics
Strengthen leadership capabilities across the organization
Drive impactful continuous improvement initiatives
Become a trusted strategic partner helping guide the company's next phase of growth
Benefits
Medical Insurance (company covers up to 75% of premiums)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Long-Term Disability (LTD)
401(k) with Company Match up to 4%
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
Why Apply?
This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished manufacturing leader seeking a highly visible role with direct influence on business strategy and operational performance. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside executive leadership, lead meaningful change initiatives, and help build a world-class manufacturing organization serving cutting-edge industries.
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Pay Details: $145,000.00 to $185,000.00 per year
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Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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