Engineering & Operations Manager in Reno

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Engineering & Operations Manager

Location: Reno, NV
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-Time
Employment Type: Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Engineering & Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations and drive performance across a growing, dynamic organization. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role reporting directly to the President/CEO.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of operations leadership, engineering/technical understanding, purchasing, quality, logistics, warehouse management, and business administration. This individual will be responsible for coordinating multiple departments, improving processes, supporting financial and business controls, and ensuring the organization operates efficiently and in alignment with company objectives.

Domestic and international travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Leadership

• Oversee day-to-day operations across Purchasing, Quality, Logistics, and Warehouse functions.
• Lead, develop, and support staff while fostering accountability and teamwork.
• Coordinate activities across departments to ensure efficient workflow and execution.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, productivity, and overall performance.
• Help lead the organization in achieving operational and business objectives.

Financial & Business Administration

• Review and approve ACH and wire payments in coordination with Accounting.
• Support banking activities, including check signing as required.
• Review daily sales activity and sales history to support billing and margin performance.
• Review and approve business contracts and key documents.
• Partner with Accounting on financial and operational processes.

Systems & Technology

• Serve as a key contact for internal IT systems and the company's external IT provider.
• Review SAP system performance in coordination with the Accounting Manager.
• Help ensure business systems effectively support operational needs.

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Oversee quality control activities and customer complaints.
• Maintain ISO compliance and participate in internal audit responsibilities.
• Participate in quarterly ISO management review meetings.
• Ensure workplace safety and required employee training are maintained.

Purchasing, Warehouse & Production

• Oversee purchasing activities and approve purchase orders.
• Manage and coordinate kitting and production scheduling.
• Ensure proper inventory management, receiving, and rework processes.
• Review engineering prints and apply technical understanding to operational decisions.
• Oversee processes involving suppliers, inventory, warehouse operations, and production.

Business Controls & Approval Authority

• Review and approve purchase orders exceeding established approval thresholds.
• Review quotations and customer orders based on established dollar and margin thresholds.
• Review sales orders exceeding $5,000, orders below 40% margin, and orders above 98% margin.
• Review and approve new account setup and customer change forms.
• Review and approve NDAs, customer complaint forms, RMAs, and customer ethics/business requirement forms.
• Review and approve additions to the Approved Vendor List (AVL).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Business, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of management experience with progressive responsibility.
• Strong understanding of business operations and cross-functional management.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to understand products, engineering information, and operational processes.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Experience managing, developing, and motivating employees.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business judgment and ability to make sound operational decisions.
• Experience with SAP and/or ISO quality systems is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be a hands-on, solutions-oriented leader who is comfortable moving between the production floor, warehouse, purchasing, quality, accounting, and executive leadership. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, developing people, and making a measurable impact on overall business performance.

If you are an experienced operations leader with strong technical aptitude and a passion for continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

\nCompany Description

For over 30 years, clients and candidates have entrusted AtWork to provide workforce solutions nationwide. With over 80 offices nationwide, AtWork specialize in executive, professional, commercial, and government verticals. AtWork utilizes a collaborative approach where we deliver quick, high-quality results. Our customizable service portfolio focuses on direct-hire and flexible workforce solutions. Since 1986, AtWork has continued to be an award-recognized leader in the staffing industry by clients, candidates, and industry professionals.

Company DescriptionFor over 30 years, clients and candidates have entrusted AtWork to provide workforce solutions nationwide. With over 80 offices nationwide, AtWork specialize in executive, professional, commercial, and government verticals. AtWork utilizes a collaborative approach where we deliver quick, high-quality results. Our customizable service portfolio focuses on direct-hire and flexible workforce solutions. Since 1986, AtWork has continued to be an award-recognized leader in the staffing industry by clients, candidates, and industry professionals.