Operations Manager
First seen by Alion on Aug 28, 2026.
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CommScope broadband networks help service providers, network operators and municipalities deploy and scale networks that deliver fast, reliable connectivity.
Whether expanding fiber networks, modernizing HFC infrastructure or enhancing network automation, we provide the technology and expertise to ensure long-term success. Service providers trust CommScope for complete, end-to-end Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) solutions that optimize broadband deployments with reliable quality.
We are looking for an Operations Manager to join our Copper Manufacturing Team in Claremont, N.C.
General Summary
The Operations Manager position requires you to lead day-to-day operations and long-term planning for Broadband’s Copper value stream.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Setting goals, improving technologies, resolving problems, and developing operational plans, budgets, policies, and procedures.
- Collaborating with production supervisors, process engineers, and materials planners to optimize resource utilization and achieve targets.
- Managing the hiring, mentoring, performance, and employee relations of both direct and matrixed reports.
- Overseeing capacity expansion, new product development.
- Driving initiatives for efficiency, cost reduction, and process improvements.
- Translating customer requirements into innovative manufacturing strategies and processes to optimize cable production.
- Leading the development and implementation of Continuous Improvement initiatives to support site operations in achieving their goals.
- Taking proactive measures to promote safety, quality, inventory management, and efficiency.
- Implementing and facilitating of site EHS objectives and initiatives as applicable.
- Taking responsibility for Identifying, minimizing, and mitigating environmental impacts of site processes and activities as applicable.
Competencies
Business Insight: Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals
Global Perspective: Taking a broad view when approaching issues, using a global lens.
Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Develops Talent: Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals.
Required Qualifications for Consideration
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Industrial Technology or related area.
- 8+ years’ experience in manufacturing operations and running large teams, including shift supervisors and manufacturing personnel working in a dynamic 24/7 environment.
- 3 years’ experience in people management role.
- In-depth knowledge of cable extrusions.
Desirable Qualifications Job Specifications
- Experience with Lean and Six Sigma and SAP, as well as strong ERP experience
- Worked with various customers and suppliers in a low-volume high mix industry, using business intuition and time management skills to lead multiple projects and handle various demands, while managing a diverse group of employees.
- Proven capability to coordinate business goals while driving accountability for results, thus improving the overall efficiency of extended value streams
Why CommScope:
CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.
If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.
CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at [email protected]. You can also learn more about CommScope’s accommodation process and EEO policy at https://jobs.commscope.com/eeo