Manager, Manufacturing Operations
Typical Base Salary Range of $110,000 to $135,000 (DOE)
Please Refer to Req #25-061
For over 100 years, we've manufactured high-quality products right here in the USA. We still operate out of our Oregon-based factory to this day, producing innovative, battle-proven optics for the world's most relentless hunters, shooters, law enforcement officers, and military personnel. Regardless of the product, whether it's a red dot or a riflescope, we design and manufacture it with one goal in mind-to ensure it performs for life.
At Leupold and Stevens we're American to the Core and passionate about what we do. Product excellence and uncompromising quality are our top priorities. We've built a collaborative, high performance culture where team players with innovative ideas and a sense of urgency thrive.
Our benefits package is amazing:
- affordable health and dental insurance
- a strong commitment to training and professional development including an internal skills development program for all manufacturing team members
- a generous tuition reimbursement program
- company contributions up to 8% of base pay into a 401K retirement account
- profit sharing
- and great product discounts (to name a few)
What You'll Be Doing as a Manager, Manufacturing Operations:
Oversees the Manufacturing Operations for Leupold and Steven's internal machine shop and production teams. This position supports the overall operations team at Leupold by working to maximize the output of quality parts, developing a team of capable leaders and team members, and relentlessly improving the business processes associated within the shop. This position provides leadership in support of business identified KPI's; Team Member Safety, Product and Service Quality, Lead Time reduction and Operational Costs. Supports Leupold and Stevens' overall operating strategy by working to execute tactics aimed at achieving strategic business objectives.
- Works as a member of the Parts Manufacturing Leadership team with direct supervisory responsibility for Machine Shop Supervisors as well as collaborative responsibility with peers.
- Partners with Supervisors to prepare schedule and coordinate resource allocations. Monitors and analyzes production processes & data to identify actionable trends. Oversees workflow and standardizes process to improve efficiencies.
- In partnership with department Director, reviews new product plans and identifies equipment needs and modifications with engineering support and production personnel. Recommends and implements process improvements.
- Champions autonomous maintenance and 5S continuous improvements. Identifies maintenance and equipment concerns. Partners with maintenance team to plan for repair and downtime reduction of impacted machines.
- Promotes safety with team members through Safety Awareness Programs. Ensures proper safety procedures, ergonomic standards, machine guarding and personal protective devices are in place to insure employee safety.
- Ensures continued improvements toward product quality and delivery, fortifying a culture of operational excellence and work accountability for output.
- Prepares the department budget. Monitors and controls expenditures within budgeted limitations. Identifies opportunities for cost containment or reduction.
- Actively participates as a member of the Director's staff to participate in strategy development, problem solving, special projects and the support of managerial priorities.
- Provides engaged leadership. Maintain a consistent presence on the production floor, providing technical and leadership guidance. Supports Production team members as required with first article inspections, water spider activities, tooling presetting, or other activities to sustain machining production.
- Supervises, mentors, and develops team members. Provides training and work direction. Coaches and provides performance feedback. Maintains a positive team environment and champions and promotes the Skills Development Program (SDP).
- Exemplifies Leupold + Stevens Core Values
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Experience You'll Need as a Manager, Manufacturing Operations:
- Bachelor's Degree with 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations. Minimum of 5 years of direct team leadership experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience with milling and turning equipment machining and operation processes and troubleshooting. Experience with SPC and precision metrology.
- Working knowledge of current and past Leupold product offerings. Firearms experience a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to create and maintain high performance teams.
- Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills.
- Strong problem solving and continuous improvement skills with the ability to find creative solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to provide effective guidance and coaching to team members
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- Ability to organize multiple and conflicting tasks quickly in a demand driven environment.
- Ability to use data to inform strategy and improve team performance.
- Intermediate capabilities with software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Office and the ability to effectively utilize traditional MRP software.
Work Environment for a
Manager, Manufacturing Operations:
Work takes place in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and chemicals. Ability to use PPE. Ability to stand or sit for long periods; Good manual dexterity, fine motor skills, visual acuity, and ability to use full range of motion. Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds with assistance.
For details on positions and to apply, go to:
www.leupold.com/careers
Leupold & Stevens, Inc.
14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway
Beaverton, Oregon 97006
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A core business objective at Leupold & Stevens is to maintain a workplace in which each employee can achieve their full potential. The company was founded on the principle of giving customers and our team members 'A Square Deal'; to us, this means advocating for the employment opportunities and advancements of all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We resolutely believe all aspects and privileges of employment should be determined by skills and behaviors, not personal identities.
* With our commitment to make our application process and workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities, we will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for an individual applicant to participate in the job application process. To request an accommodation to the application process, please send an email to HRDept@Leupold.com or call (503) 646-9171 and a Leupold & Stevens representative will contact you.
* Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is a drug free workplace. All final candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
* Leupold & Stevens, Inc. complies with all applicable FAR & DFAR regulations.
* We hire U.S. citizens and persons lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. All new employees must complete an INS Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9). Positions may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Leupold & Stevens, Inc.'s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.
Leupold & Stevens
dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing
Apr 16, 2025