POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations at a large aerospace and defense components manufacturing plant in Nogales, Sonora with 800+ employees . The facility produces high-reliability connectors and interconnect solutions in a low-volume / high-mix manufacturing environment supporting demanding aerospace and defense customers.
The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing production, manufacturing engineering coordination, planning, and operational performance , ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations while meeting stringent quality, delivery, and cost objectives required by aerospace and defense standards. This role requires a strong operational leader with experience managing complex manufacturing environments, high product variation, and strict regulatory and quality requirements .
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manufacturing Operations Leadership
- Lead daily manufacturing operations across multiple production areas to ensure on-time delivery, productivity, and operational efficiency .




- Manage production teams, supervisors, and support staff within an 800+ employee manufacturing organization .
- Ensure effective execution of production plans in a low-volume / high-mix environment with frequent product changeovers.
- Drive accountability for operational performance including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory (SQDCI) metrics.

Production Planning & Execution
- Collaborate closely with production planning, supply chain, and engineering to ensure capacity alignment and realistic production schedules.
- Optimize manufacturing flow, labor utilization, and equipment effectiveness to meet customer demand.
- Support new product introductions (NPI) and engineering changes while maintaining production continuity.

Continuous Improvement
- Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Operational Excellence initiatives to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance through

📌 Operations Manager (Heroica Nogales)
🏢 Optima Organizational Solutions
📍 Heroica Nogales