Manufacturing Operations Manager

Job Description

About Us

Advanced Structural Technologies (AST) is a leading manufacturer of forged, spun, and precision-machined components serving the aerospace, defense, and automotive industries. With over 25 years of experience and a 250,000-sq-ft facility in Oxnard, California, we combine engineering innovation, advanced manufacturing, and quality excellence to deliver mission-critical products with unmatched precision and reliability.

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on, growth-oriented Machining Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across our multi-facility machining departments.

This role is ideal for an experienced manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume environment and is looking to advance toward a Director-level leadership role. You’ll manage supervisors, machinists, and engineers — driving performance in quality, throughput, and efficiency, while ensuring alignment with company goals and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily machining operations across multiple facilities, including CNC, conventional, and specialty machining
• Manage production schedules, labor planning, and workflow to meet customer delivery timelines
• Lead and mentor shop supervisors, machinists, and engineers to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, root cause investigations, and equipment utilization planning
• Monitor machine capacity, job status, and personnel performance; identify and resolve bottlenecks
• Collaborate with engineering, planning, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure process stability and product excellence
• Communicate operational priorities across all shifts and align resources accordingly
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and high performance
• Track and report key performance metrics (KPI) to senior leadership and contribute to strategic planning

Qualifications

Why Join AST

Pay Range : $150,000 – $195,000 per year (based on experience and qualifications)

Schedule : Monday–Friday | Full-Time | ~45–55 hours per week (flexible for production needs)

Lead the Future of Precision Manufacturing

If you’re a motivated operations leader ready to elevate a world-class machining organization — join AST and help shape the next generation of advanced manufacturing.