Operations Manager

Our client in the Seattle area is a part of a leading Design and Manufacturer of Aerospace Products and is looking for an Operations Manager for a direct or contract position.

Keltia Design Inc. is a technical support services company providing Aerospace Design, CAD Training along with Specialized Technical Recruiting services to mainly the aerospace industry in WA and CA, and other locations around the US and Canada. We have been in business for nearly 20 years in the US and over 8 years in Europe.

Position Summary:

Operations Manager is a highly motivated, people leader responsible for owning and managing the product line's performance and people. This individual reports to the Value Stream Manager who is accountable for the value management stream, strategic and tactical supply chain, ACE (continuous improvement) and cost reduction. A successful Operations Manager will utilize lean tools and processes within their departments and cross-functionally to improve their business' performance while working comfortably within a diverse, global matrix organization.

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsibility of all Facility Management

Production Planning and Management

Project Management Skills

FAA Relationships

Boeing Relationships

Boeing System Integration

AS 9100 Rev D. Audit Responsibility

Audit & Assessment Responsibility such as Boeing and FAA

Final Product Control

Customer Review Meetings

Personnel hiring

Managing job interviews

Warehouse Management Builds trust and manages the work of manufacturing production disciplines.

Oversees production operations (shop floor management, workforce management, and flow disruption management), manufacturing

Manages and supervises the work of manufacturing production disciplines in the Operations function

Implement continuous improvement initiatives using lean tools and practices

Leads cost reduction efforts and process improvements for the unit or shift to ensure efficiency of operations and cost effectiveness

Leads scheduling for the unit or shift to ensure that operations run according to established production schedules

Leads the sequencing of work, such as build and delivery, for the unit or shift to ensure smooth operations and optimal use of resources

Heads materials and logistics problem resolution for the unit or shift to ensure availability of materials and smooth operations

Establishes performance objectives and leads cell performance and productivity

Leads production innovation, including additive manufacturing, for the unit or shift to enhance production capabilities

Preferred Qualifications:

Industry Relevant Degree.

The candidate will have 4+ years of related experience in positions of increasing responsibility in manufacturing/operations, supply chain management, finance, business strategy, or similar fields.

If interested, please send your updated resume in Word doc format to Jason at with preferred pay requirements and availability and we will follow up very shortly.