The Operations Team Lead is responsible for leading manufacturing operations, outsourced manufacturing relationships, accounting coordination, supply chain logistics, customer order fulfillment, SOP management, and cross-functional operational execution. The role serves as the primary liaison between Optomec, contract manufacturers, suppliers, customers, engineering, finance, and leadership.
Requirements
Primary Responsibilities
Lead outsourced manufacturing operations; manage production schedules; coordinate order fulfillment; oversee logistics and inventory; support accounting and financial reporting; develop SOPs; drive KPI improvements; lead cross-functional execution.
Manufacturing Leadership
Coordinate production planning, manufacturing readiness, engineering changes, quality reviews, capacity planning, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement activities with manufacturing partners.
Accounting & Financial Coordination
Support purchase orders, invoice reconciliation, inventory valuation, cost tracking, forecasting, audit support, and operational financial reporting.
Supply Chain & Logistics
Manage domestic and international logistics, inventory visibility, freight coordination, supplier performance, and transportation efficiency.
Customer Operations
Serve as primary operational contact for customers, manage order status communication, resolve fulfillment issues, and coordinate customer requirements.
Leadership Responsibilities
Grow into leadership operationally, help to establish performance goals, drive accountability within Optomec, and support a team environment that fosters growth for employees.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing, supply chain, finance, or program management. Experience with manufacturing and ERP QuickBooks systems required.
Technical Skills
ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office, advanced Excel, inventory management systems, business intelligence tools, and document control systems.
Key Performance Indicators
On-Time Delivery, Inventory Accuracy, Manufacturing Schedule Adherence, Customer Satisfaction, Supplier Performance, Cost Reduction, and SOP Compliance.
Travel Requirements
Up to 5% domestic might need to travel international as required.
Position Impact
Critical role supporting Optomec growth, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and manufacturing scalability.
