What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager - Precision Manufacturing - Haverhill, MA position at Michael Page?
- Become a key player in an exponentially growing company!
- Opportunities for growth, development, and forging a career path!
This organization is a New England-based precision manufacturing business supporting complex, regulated industries with high-quality fabricated and machined metal components. It is in a period of positive transition, strengthening its operational foundation while aligning its customer mix to maximize efficiency and long-term stability.
Job Description
This role will report directly into the General Manager and be responsible for
- Overseeing overall site operations in partnership with the Production Manager
- Providing leadership across quality, shipping and receiving, purchasing, and accounting functions
- Ensuring quality standards are being maintained and continuously improved
- Supporting efficient production flow and resolving operational issues as they arise
- Building strong, visible relationships with shop-floor personnel
- Addressing performance concerns, employee relations issues, and escalation points within operations
- Collaborating with engineering through a dotted-line relationship to support manufacturability and execution
- Working closely with the Accounting/Finance Manager on operational inputs to P&L performance
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to offset high operating costs
The Successful Applicant
The successful candidate will have
- Proven leadership experience in an operations or manufacturing management role
- Background in metal fabrication, machining, or contract manufacturing environments
- Strong ability to engage and communicate effectively with shop-floor teams
- Experience leading indirect and support functions in a manufacturing setting
- Hands-on, team-oriented leadership style
- Ability to manage change in a transitioning or restructuring organization
- Solid understanding of quality, logistics, and production support functions
The candidate will receive:
- Competitive salary and potential for salary growth
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation/sick leave
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A positive work environment that values collaboration and innovation
- Work-life balance and flexible scheduling options
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources
- Engaging and challenging projects that foster skill development
- Supportive and inclusive company culture
- Networking opportunities within the industry
- Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives.
Quote job ref: JN-052026-7014801
Salary : $100,000 - $115,000