SENIOR OPERATIONS MANAGER
Palm Bay, FL, 32905All locationsPalm Bay, FL, 32905Space Coast, Florida On-site
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About the role
The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and day-to-day management of Century Arms' Space Coast operations. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, this position serves as the senior operational leader for the facility and is accountable for achieving operational excellence through strong leadership, employee development, process discipline, and continuous improvement. The Senior Operations Manager provides strategic and hands-on leadership for approximately 40 employees while ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of all operational activities. This role is responsible for driving productivity, quality, inventory accuracy, customer satisfaction, and financial performance while fostering a culture built on accountability, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. Working closely with the Vice President of Operations and cross-functional leaders throughout the organization, the Senior Operations Manager ensures that all site operations align with Century Arms' strategic objectives, operational standards, and long-term growth initiatives. The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for developing, monitoring, and communicating operational performance through meaningful key performance indicators (KPIs) that measure the effectiveness of the operation and support informed business decisions.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, Business Management, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 8–10 years of progressive manufacturing or operations leadership experience.
- Minimum 5 years leading supervisors, managers, or multi-functional operational teams.
- Demonstrated success managing manufacturing or distribution operations.
- Experience managing operational budgets and KPIs.
- Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Experience within the firearms industry.
- Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- ISO 9001 experience.
- APICS, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or equivalent certifications.