Operations Manager
West Palm Beach, FL
Lead Manufacturing Operations. Drive Performance. Build Teams.
MMT is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our West Palm Beach facility. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence across Assembly and Machine Shop operations.
If you are a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing high-performing teams, and has a passion for continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As Operations Manager, you will oversee all manufacturing operations and lead a team responsible for Assembly and Machine Shop activities. You will partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to ensure operational success and customer satisfaction.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead all Assembly and Machine Shop operations
Drive safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity performance
Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that support growth and profitability
Lead production planning and execution to meet customer commitments
Coach, develop, and mentor manufacturing supervisors and production teams
Drive accountability through KPI management, visual controls, and daily operating reviews
Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with Engineering to improve manufacturability, throughput, and product quality
Support workforce planning, hiring, onboarding, and employee development
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Participate as a key member of the site leadership team
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in a technical manufacturing environment
5+ years of experience leading manufacturing teams
Proven success improving productivity, quality, operational efficiency, and cost performance
Strong leadership and team development skills
Experience managing KPIs and driving operational results
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Technology, or a related field
Experience managing both assembly and machining operations
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience
Knowledge of ISO quality systems and manufacturing process controls
Bilingual English/Spanish
The Ideal Candidate
You are a hands-on leader who knows how to build accountability while developing people. You enjoy being on the manufacturing floor, solving problems, removing barriers, and helping teams succeed. You balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution and have a track record of improving operational performance.
Join Our Team
If you're ready to lead a growing manufacturing operation and make a lasting impact on people, processes, and performance, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us build the future of manufacturing.
