We are conducting an important search for an Operations Manager to join the Nogales manufacturing operations of a leading general Aerospace & Defense manufacturer.

We are specifically targeting accomplished manufacturing leaders from the Aerospace & Defense industry, particularly professionals who have worked in military-spec / high-reliability manufacturing environments where quality, traceability, compliance and flawless execution are critical. This is a significant leadership opportunity within a large 800+ employee manufacturing operation producing high-reliability electromechanical components and interconnect solutions for demanding aerospace and defense applications.

What we're looking for: ~10+ years of progressive manufacturing/operations experience

~5+ years leading sizable manufacturing organizations

~ Strong Aerospace & Defense manufacturing experience

~ Experience with military-spec, high-reliability and highly regulated products strongly preferred

~ Strong understanding of AS9100 and customer-specific quality requirements

~ Experience in Low-Volume / High-Mix (LV/HM) manufacturing environments

~ Background with connectors,



cable assemblies, electromechanical products or precision components highly desirable

~ Demonstrated success improving Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Inventory (SQDCI)

~ Strong Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement background

~ Track record improving OEE, cycle time, scrap, productivity and on-time delivery

~ Experience leading operations within a large maquiladora environment highly desirable

~ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related field

~ Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred Location: Nogales, Sonora, Mexico We are particularly interested in operations leaders who understand the discipline, complexity and zero-defect mentality required in aerospace and military/defense manufacturing and who have successfully led large teams in demanding production environments. If your background combines Aerospace & Defense + Operations Leadership + Military-Spec/High-Reliability Manufacturing, I would be very interested in connecting.

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