Senior Operations Manager

Senior Operations Manager

Overseeing the daily operations and long-term strategic planning of the organization to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effective management of resources. This role works closely with executive leadership to drive operational excellence, implement best practices, and support business growth across all departments. Lead cross-functional teams, manages key performance metrics, and ensures compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisting in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Facility in St. Croix Falls, WI offers a range of ammunition handling & delivery systems supporting the full spectrum of small and medium caliber weapons.

Job Summary

• Develop and implement operational strategies, policies, and procedures to drive efficiency and scalability
• Lead and supervise department managers and cross-functional teams to meet performance goals and KPIs
• Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with finance, HR, and other departments to align operations with company objectives
• Oversee budget planning, cost control, and resource allocation to ensure financial health
• Ensure compliance with all regulations, standards, and internal policies
• Identify and mitigate operational risks through proactive planning and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive employee engagement, talent development, succession planning within the operations team
• Report on operational performance to executive leadership and recommend strategic adjustments
• Evaluate and analyze human and machine resources continually to assure operations capabilities can meet company goals and strategic vision
• Develop and keep current an operational strategic plan to meet current and long-term company goals
• Identify and recommend capital equipment to assure operational success, safety, and efficiency
• Responsible for storing and handling all Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) appropriately to prevent unauthorized access, dissemination, or use of this information or documentation
• Support all visitor and security policies to protect ITAR / EAR / CMMC / CUI information, documents, product, etc. from unauthorized access

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans / Disabled