Quest Global Manufacturing

Operations Lead

Quest Global Manufacturing$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
  • MBA or Master's in Engineering Management preferred
  • 5-8 years of manufacturing experience, at least 3 in program/project management
  • PMP and Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certifications are preferable
  • Advanced knowledge of project management tools and ERP/MRP systems
  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications
  • Proven influence in a matrixed organization with clear communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Bridge the gap between engineering and shop-floor execution by leading cross-functional teams
  • Provide NPI leadership for production transitions and new product introduction phases
  • Track milestones and execute program schedules effectively
  • Identify risks and implement contingency plans proactively
  • Analyze BOM costs and labor hours to reduce production costs
  • Manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets with precision
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies

Benefits

  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Comprehensive health insurance and dental plans
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Paid time off for personal use
  • Referral program incentives
  • Vision insurance options
  • Short and long-term disability insurance provided
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

What You Will Do:
  • Bridge the gap between engineering and shop-floor execution by leading cross functional teams
  • Provide NPI leadership for transition to production and new product introduction phases, ensuring designs are optimized for SFM/SFA
  • Track milestones; develop, maintain, and execute program schedules
  • Mitigate risk; proactively identify bottlenecks, supply chain constraints, or technical risks and implement robust contingency plans
  • Drive production costs down by analyzing BOM costs, labor hours, and scrap rates to meet target margins and secure adequate capacity planning
  • Manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets
  • Lead continuous improvement following Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies
  • Lead RCA with cross-functional teams for production line-down situations utilizing structured problem solving such as 8D and 5 Whys


What You Will Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, Operations Management, or related technical discipline
  • An MBA or Master's in Engineering Management is highly desirable
  • 5-8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 3 years explicitly in program/project management
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) and Six Sigma Green/Black Belt are preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of Project Management Tools (MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet), ERP/MRP systems, such as SAP, Oracle, etc., and Project Lifecycle Management software
  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications
  • Proven ability to influence without authority in a matrixed corporate structure
  • Ability to distill complex technical hurdles to clear executive summaries


Pay Range: $100,000- $130,000 per year

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements: This role is considered an on-site position located in Farmington, CT.
  • You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
  • Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.


Travel Requirements: Due to the nature of the work, 5% of travel is required.

Citizenship Requirement: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
  • Short/Long Term Disability

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
Learn more about Quest Global Manufacturing
Size
11,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1997

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