What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager position at Confidential?
OPERATIONS MANAGER (MANUFACTURING)
SALARY: $140K - $170K
LOCATION: Hollister, CA
FTE (PERM)
Role Overview
- Succession planning role
- This is a hands-on leadership role
- Not just oversight/management
Expected to work directly with:
- Machines
- Troubleshooting efforts
- Production team members
Work Environment & Expectations
Schedule
- Monday – Friday
- 6:00 AM – 4:30/5:00 PM
Location
- 100% on-site – Hollister, CA
- Relocation:
- Assistance available
- Preference for candidates already in the region or with strong relocation motivation
Culture / Environment
- Tough, fast-paced environment
- Candidate must:
- Have grit
- Be able to pivot quickly
- Backbone (able to hold their ground)
Team Structure
- Reports to: Director of Operations
- Direct reports:
- 5–7 Production Supervisors
- Team characteristics:
- Highly experienced and mature team
Responsibilities
- Oversee production operations
- Lead and support production supervisors
- Work hands-on with equipment and manufacturing processes
- Troubleshoot issues alongside the team
- Drive:
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Operational efficiency
Required Experience & Skills
Leadership
- 6–10 years of leadership experience
Manufacturing Background
Experience in:
- Advanced manufacturing environments
Industries such as:
- Aerospace & Defense (highly preferred)
- Electronics
- Automotive
- Sensors
Methodologies
Experience with:
- Lean manufacturing
- Continuous improvement
- Kaizen events
Technical / Systems
- ERP system experience required
- (Specific system TBD)
This role will likely:
- Help train new talent for the new site
- Support additional local expansion in Hollister, CA
- High visibility within the organization
Salary : $140,000 - $170,000