Operations Manager (onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-10-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-NY-ROME-104 ~ 104 Otis St ~ OTIS Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Operations Manager is accountable for end‑to‑end operational execution within a defined manufacturing area, product line, or operational segment. This role ensures safe, predictable, efficient delivery of products by managing daily shop‑floor performance, driving adherence to standard operating models, enabling cross‑functional alignment, and escalating risks that threaten customer commitments. The position integrates Manufacturing, SIOP, Supply Chain, Quality, EH&S, and Security inputs to deliver against safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory goals while reinforcing enterprise-wide governance, standardized processes, and operational discipline. What You Will Do: Own shop‑floor execution, including production order management, flow stabilization, constraint resolution, and readiness to meet customer delivery commitments. Drive adherence to the Master Production Schedule (MPS), resolve barriers impacting throughput, and escalate systemic risks per tier‑meeting governance. Monitor daily SQDCP performance and execute corrective actions to close gaps in schedule, quality, or cost. Serve as the operational focal for risk identification, recovery plan development, and consolidation of cross-functional inputs for delivery performance. Ensure accurate labor planning, cross-training effectiveness, and utilization of capacity assumptions owned by Manufacturing and SIOP. Manage and develop production supervisors, operators, and support personnel. Set clear expectations for operating discipline across hourly and salaried employees. Drive continuous improvement, including process optimization, waste reduction, and productivity enhancements (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.). Support budgeting, cost control, and resource planning for the site. Lead by example, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence. Support Manufacturing Process Reviews, control plan updates, and yield improvement initiatives as required. Reduce overdue, aged WIP, trapped inventory, and other drivers of working capital inefficiency. Must be willing and able to travel up to 15% of the time Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract  5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience 3+ years experience with production planning, KPI management, and manufacturing systems (ERP/MRP). 2+ years experience with Lean, CORE, Six Sigma, and structured problem‑solving methodologies. Ability to interpret capacity plans, schedules, cost models, and performance dashboards. Ability to influence without authority in a matrixed organization. Ability to communicate to all levels of the organization Qualifications We Prefer: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience) Experience with machining or precision manufacturing Experience with equipment, workflow, and quality requirements Understanding of ERP/MRP/MES systems (SAP, Solumina, Kinaxis, Pelico, Tableau) What We Offer:  Medical, dental, and vision insurance   Some of our competitive benefits package includes:    • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees   •Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option   •Tuition program  •Student Loan Repayment Program   •Life insurance and disability coverage   •Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection  •Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits  •Ovia Health, fertility, andreimbursement family planning   •Adoption Assistance            •Autism Benefit   •Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions   •Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program  •Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits   •Bright Horizons, child and elder care services  •Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program   • And more!   Learn More and Apply Now: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.  The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operatio