Manufacturing Operations Manager

In this role, you will:

• Lead all fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, and electrical assembly operations 
• Execute the manufacturing strategy established by the Director of Manufacturing Operations 
• Establish manufacturing priorities aligned with customer commitments and operational objectives 
• Develop capacity plans, staffing forecasts, and production resource plans 
• Manage manufacturing labor budgets, operating budgets, and resource allocation strategies 
• Ensure effective utilization of labor, equipment, facilities, and manufacturing resources 
• Drive KPI performance for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Throughput, Labor Efficiency, and Cost 
• Review manufacturing performance metrics and implement corrective actions to improve operational effectiveness 
• Coordinate priorities between Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Planning, Maintenance, EH&S, and Supply Chain 
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives 
• Champion and enforce a zero-incident safety culture across all manufacturing departments 
• Support implementation of manufacturing best practices and standardized operating procedures 
• Lead workforce development, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives 
• Develop future manufacturing leaders through coaching, mentoring, and succession planning activities 
• Lead operational problem-solving and root-cause analysis efforts related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity 
• Support capital equipment planning, automation projects, and manufacturing technology improvements 
• Participate in customer visits, audits, executive leadership meetings, and operational reviews 
• Support new product introductions, production expansions, and facility growth initiatives 
• Lead facility-wide transformation projects and strategic operational initiatives 
• Promote operational excellence, accountability, and engagement throughout all manufacturing functions

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience 
• Minimum five (5) years managing multiple manufacturing departments, business units, or value streams 
• Experience leading fabrication, welding, assembly, or industrial manufacturing operations 
• Experience managing managers, supervisors, and cross-functional manufacturing teams 
• Demonstrated success improving manufacturing performance, workforce effectiveness, and operational efficiency 
• Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills 
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities 
• Strong organizational and project management skills 
• Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams 
• Ability to balance long-term strategic planning with day-to-day operational demands 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, Business, or a related field 
• Lean Manufacturing certification 
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems 
• Experience implementing automation initiatives and operational excellence programs 
• Experience supporting organizational growth, capacity expansion, and manufacturing transformation efforts 
• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered 

Your Work Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position working Monday through Friday. This role requires regular presence on the manufacturing floor and occasional travel to support operational initiatives, customer visits, audits, and business activities.

What Makes ENTEK Different

ENTEK is more than a manufacturing company—we’re a team driven by values. Our core DNA is built on:

• Respect – valuing each person and every contribution
• Integrity – doing what’s right, always
• Innovation – pushing boundaries with creativity and technology
• Commitment – to our people, our customers, and our future