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With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners\nDaher’s Industry Division site in Stuart, Florida is a key U.S. manufacturing facility specializing in the assembly of complex metallic and composite aerostructures for major commercial and defense aircraft programs. The site produces large, critical aircraft structures-including wings, fuselage sections, and structural assemblies-for leading aerospace customers such as Boeing and Gulfstream, combining advanced manufacturing, industrialization, and quality-driven production processes. As part of Daher’s global Industry Division, the Stuart operation emphasizes safety, precision, and continuous improvement while supporting high-rate aerospace production and investing in workforce development, technology, and long-term growth in the North American aerospace market.\nWe are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead daily production operations and ensure the safe, efficient, and on-time delivery of high-quality products. This role partners with Supervisors, Production, Engineering, Quality, HR, and Leadership teams to drive operational excellence, develop employees, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.\nKey Responsibilities\nLead day-to-day manufacturing and production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.\nDevelop, coach, and support Supervisors and production teams while fostering employee engagement and accountability.\nExecute the operational roadmap and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, and operational excellence principles.\nManage departmental budgets, resource planning, and capacity requirements.\nIdentify and remove production roadblocks to improve efficiency and performance.\nPromote standard work, best practices, and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodologies.\nConduct operational assessments and implement process improvements across teams and sites.\nCollaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful production program execution.\nCommunicate operational goals, progress, and performance metrics to stakeholders.\nSupport skill development and succession planning within the operations team.\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Aviation, Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.\nMinimum of 8 years of leadership experience in manufacturing or production environments.\nProven experience managing production programs, teams, and operational performance.\nStrong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.\nAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.\nExperience with SAP or ERP systems preferred.\nWorking knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles.\nSix Sigma experience or certification preferred.\nAerospace or aviation industry experience preferred.\nMust be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder).\nPreferred Skills\nLean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement\nTeam Development & Coaching\nProduction Planning & Capacity Management\nBudget Management\nOperational Excellence\nRoot Cause Analysis\nCross-Functional Leadership\nInformation related to the position:\nThe compensation range is $110,000 to $125,000 in base salary plus an annual target bonus. \nThe above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Daher considers a number of factors when determining salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, skills, and current market conditions. \nAt Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more. \nYour next opportunity starts here - here are the next steps:\nReview of your application \nAn initial conversation with a recruiter \nOne or more interviews depending on the position, with the relevant team members and manager(s) \nAfter the interviews, constructive feedback regardless of the outcome \nAll applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. 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