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This role will be responsible for managing manufacturing operations while supporting the continued growth and expansion of the Georgetown site. The Operations Manager will lead production teams, develop frontline leadership, drive operational performance, and partner across functions to build the capabilities needed to support current and future business needs.\nOur Team\nYou’ll join a growing manufacturing organization within Molex’s Aerospace & Defense Solutions division. Our Georgetown team works closely across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, HR, Facilities, and other capabilities to safely deliver high-quality products to our customers while building an operation positioned for continued growth.\nWhat You Will Do\n\nOperations Leadership & Execution\nLead day-to-day manufacturing operations with accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and people development\nTranslate business and site priorities into clear expectations and actions for manufacturing teams\nEstablish operating rhythms and performance measures that drive accountability and consistent execution\nIdentify operational constraints and partner across functions to implement sustainable solutions\nGeorgetown Growth & Operational Readiness\nPartner with site leadership and cross-functional teams to support the continued growth and ramp-up of Georgetown operations\nSupport the development and scaling of manufacturing processes, staffing models, 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identify trends, constraints, and improvement opportunities\nPartner with Engineering and Quality to improve manufacturing processes, product flow, equipment utilization, and operational performance\nPromote disciplined execution while maintaining the flexibility needed within a growing manufacturing environment\nProduction & Capacity Planning\nPartner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and site leadership to align production capability with customer demand\nEvaluate labor, equipment, workflow, and production capacity requirements as manufacturing volume grows\nIdentify production bottlenecks and implement solutions that improve throughput, productivity, and delivery performance\nProvide operational input into capacity planning and future resource requirements\nSafety, Quality & Compliance\nChampion an environment where safety is incorporated into everyday decisions and operational practices\nPartner with Quality and Engineering to ensure manufacturing processes consistently meet applicable customer and product requirements\nReinforce process discipline, accountability, training, and continuous improvement\nEnsure employees have the training, tools, and resources necessary to perform their work safely and effectively\nPrinciple Based Management\nApply Principle Based Management to leadership, decision-making, talent development, and operational priorities\nCreate an environment where employees understand how their work contributes to customer and business value\nEncourage employees to challenge existing approaches, identify opportunities, take ownership, and continuously improve\nDevelop and deploy talent based on individual strengths, contribution, and business needs\nWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant manufacturing leadership experience\n7+ years of progressive manufacturing or operations experience\nExperience leading manufacturing teams and developing frontline leaders\nExperience managing operations within a growing, changing, or complex manufacturing environment\nDemonstrated experience driving results across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity\nExperience partnering across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, HR, and other business functions\nExperience using data and structured problem solving to identify root causes and improve operational performance\nAbility to navigate ambiguity, changing priorities, and a fast-paced manufacturing environment\nWhat Will Put You Ahead\nExperience supporting the launch, expansion, or significant scale-up of a manufacturing operation\nExperience within aerospace, defense, electronics, semiconductor, connectors, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments\nExperience with high-mix or complex manufacturing operations\nExperience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence methodologies\nExperience supporting capacity expansion, equipment implementation, production transfers, or manufacturing footprint changes\nExperience building and developing manufacturing leadership teams\nLean Six Sigma certification or advanced degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field\nAt Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.\nHiring Philosophy\nAll Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.\nWho We Are\nMolex’s Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) divisiondelivers advanced connectivity and electronic solutions for demanding applications where performance, reliability, and innovation matter. Within ADS, ACBUbrings together capabilities focused on serving customers in complex, technology-driven markets.\nAt Molex, we create value through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to helping people maximize their potential. As part of Koch, employees are empowered to challenge the status quo, take ownership, and pursue opportunities that create value for customers, the business, and themselves.\nAt Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.\nOur Benefits\nOur goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.\nAdditionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.\n\nEqual Opportunities\nEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. 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