Universal Analyzers, an AMETEK business, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead end-to-end factory operations for our Carson City, NV manufacturing site, supporting both the Universal Analyzers (UA) and Barben Analytical (BA) brands. Our site engineers and manufactures solutions spanning CEMS / gas sampling & conditioning with PLC automation and process analytical measurement, across both standard products and custom / configured engineered orders.
This role is accountable for daily execution and continuous improvement of production planning, manufacturing, materials/inventory, shipping & logistics, and service/repair operations. The Operations Manager ensures safe, compliant, and efficient operations while delivering strong on-time delivery, quality performance, and inventory outcomes across a build, configure, and service environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end plant operations, including production, planning, materials, inventory, shipping, and service/repair functions
Drive daily execution against key performance metrics: safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and inventory
Execute production schedules and align capacity, labor, and resources to meet customer demand and delivery commitments
Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve manufacturing efficiency, yield, and product readiness
Oversee production planning, scheduling, and workflow to reduce bottlenecks and improve throughput across multiple product lines
Manage inventory strategy, accuracy, and material flow to support production while optimizing working capital
Strengthen supplier performance in partnership with Purchasing and Quality to improve quality, delivery, and lead times
Ensure efficient and compliant shipping and logistics operations for domestic and international deliveries
Optimize service and repair operations to meet turnaround targets and improve customer responsiveness
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles to drive productivity, reduce waste, and improve operational performance
Establish and maintain KPI reporting cadence, using data to drive accountability and corrective actionsLead, develop, and coach a cross-functional operations team, building capability and strengthening leadership bench
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations/Manufacturing Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered
10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or operations environment, with at least 2 years in a plant or operations leadership role (e.g., Operations Manager, Production Manager, or equivalent)
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory metrics
Experience managing production planning, scheduling, and capacity in a multi-product or mixed manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of inventory control, material flow, and warehouse operations
Experience partnering with engineering, quality, and supply chain functions to improve operational performance
Strong data-driven decision-making skills, including use of KPIs to drive accountability and continuous improvement
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor) and operational reporting tools (Excel or similar)
Working knowledge of shipping and logistics processes, including domestic and international requirements
Preferred Experience
Experience in analytical instrumentation or engineered-to-order manufacturing environments
Lean/Six Sigma experience with demonstrated continuous improvement impact
Familiarity with regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., ISO standards, compliance requirements)
This role is accountable for daily execution and continuous improvement of production planning, manufacturing, materials/inventory, shipping & logistics, and service/repair operations. The Operations Manager ensures safe, compliant, and efficient operations while delivering strong on-time delivery, quality performance, and inventory outcomes across a build, configure, and service environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end plant operations, including production, planning, materials, inventory, shipping, and service/repair functions
Drive daily execution against key performance metrics: safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and inventory
Execute production schedules and align capacity, labor, and resources to meet customer demand and delivery commitments
Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve manufacturing efficiency, yield, and product readiness
Oversee production planning, scheduling, and workflow to reduce bottlenecks and improve throughput across multiple product lines
Manage inventory strategy, accuracy, and material flow to support production while optimizing working capital
Strengthen supplier performance in partnership with Purchasing and Quality to improve quality, delivery, and lead times
Ensure efficient and compliant shipping and logistics operations for domestic and international deliveries
Optimize service and repair operations to meet turnaround targets and improve customer responsiveness
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles to drive productivity, reduce waste, and improve operational performance
Establish and maintain KPI reporting cadence, using data to drive accountability and corrective actionsLead, develop, and coach a cross-functional operations team, building capability and strengthening leadership bench
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations/Manufacturing Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered
10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or operations environment, with at least 2 years in a plant or operations leadership role (e.g., Operations Manager, Production Manager, or equivalent)
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory metrics
Experience managing production planning, scheduling, and capacity in a multi-product or mixed manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of inventory control, material flow, and warehouse operations
Experience partnering with engineering, quality, and supply chain functions to improve operational performance
Strong data-driven decision-making skills, including use of KPIs to drive accountability and continuous improvement
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor) and operational reporting tools (Excel or similar)
Working knowledge of shipping and logistics processes, including domestic and international requirements
Preferred Experience
Experience in analytical instrumentation or engineered-to-order manufacturing environments
Lean/Six Sigma experience with demonstrated continuous improvement impact
Familiarity with regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., ISO standards, compliance requirements)
Job ID: 522890067
Originally Posted on: 5/29/2026
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