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Qrypt's mission is to protect the world's data and restore privacy. Qrypt hardens cybersecurity and future-proofs encryption against quantum attacks by eliminating key transmission. Qrypt's unique technology independently generates symmetric keys at multiple endpoints for critical workflows today. We are a passionate team of engineers, physicists, and cryptographers committed to transforming the way the world safeguards data and communications!
Qrypt is looking for a Manufacturing Operations Manager to own how our quantum hardware gets built, sourced, and shipped. You will manage our contract manufacturers, run production schedules, keep inventory of long-lead components, and coordinate the internal builds that get our Quantum Entropy Appliances into customers' hands. As we scale from hand-assembled units to volume, you will also drive new and revised designs through manufacturing — from first article through ramp. This is the person who makes sure the hardware is there, on time, at the quality we promise.
What you'll do
Own the relationship with our contract manufacturers (CMs) and key component suppliers: quoting, POs, pricing, capacity, quality, and performance.
Build and manage production schedules across the CMs and our internal build team; track builds to plan and keep leadership informed of status and risk.
Own inventory of critical and long-lead components (entropy cards, boards, chassis, and gating parts); forecast demand, set reorder points, and prevent stock-outs from slipping deliveries.
Coordinate internal production and final assembly, including packaging, crating, and shipment of finished appliances.
Drive new product introduction (NPI): move new and revised hardware designs from engineering through first article, validation builds, and ramp to volume production.
Partner with hardware engineering on design-for-manufacturability, engineering change orders, and yield/quality improvements.
Establish and maintain the manufacturing processes, documentation, and quality practices needed to scale production repeatably.
Identify and remove the biggest risks to delivery dates — component availability, CM capacity, repeatable assembly, and QA.
What you'll need
Bachelor's degree in an engineering, supply chain, or related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
8+ years in manufacturing operations, manufacturing program/project management, or supply chain, including direct ownership of a contract-manufacturer relationship.
Hands-on experience manufacturing electronics / hardware products (PCBAs, boards, or electromechanical systems) — not general/non-technical manufacturing.
Proven track record managing production schedules, inventory, and supplier performance for a physical product.
Experience taking a hardware product through NPI and into volume production (EVT/DVT/PVT or equivalent).
Strong command of purchasing, forecasting, and inventory/BOM management.
Excellent written and verbal communication; able to keep engineering, suppliers, and leadership aligned.
Willingness to travel to CM and supplier sites as needed.
Fluency with AI and agent-assisted workflows. Working with AI tools is core to how we operate at Qrypt, and it is expected of everyone here.
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Qrypt does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Nice to have
Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and manufacturing quality practices.
Experience with FIPS 140-3 validated hardware, or building products subject to security/compliance certification.
Experience scaling a product from low-volume/hand-assembled builds to volume manufacturing.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Pay & Equity participation
Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
401(k) match
In-office lunch and snacks
The opportunity to be part of a company solving one of the most critical technology challenges of our time!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Qrypt is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. If you have a disability and need assistance with our employment application process, please email us at info@qrypt.com to obtain assistance.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Qrypt's mission is to protect the world's data and restore privacy. Qrypt hardens cybersecurity and future-proofs encryption against quantum attacks by eliminating key transmission. Qrypt's unique technology independently generates symmetric keys at multiple endpoints for critical workflows today. We are a passionate team of engineers, physicists, and cryptographers committed to transforming the way the world safeguards data and communications!
Qrypt is looking for a Manufacturing Operations Manager to own how our quantum hardware gets built, sourced, and shipped. You will manage our contract manufacturers, run production schedules, keep inventory of long-lead components, and coordinate the internal builds that get our Quantum Entropy Appliances into customers' hands. As we scale from hand-assembled units to volume, you will also drive new and revised designs through manufacturing — from first article through ramp. This is the person who makes sure the hardware is there, on time, at the quality we promise.
What you'll do
Own the relationship with our contract manufacturers (CMs) and key component suppliers: quoting, POs, pricing, capacity, quality, and performance.
Build and manage production schedules across the CMs and our internal build team; track builds to plan and keep leadership informed of status and risk.
Own inventory of critical and long-lead components (entropy cards, boards, chassis, and gating parts); forecast demand, set reorder points, and prevent stock-outs from slipping deliveries.
Coordinate internal production and final assembly, including packaging, crating, and shipment of finished appliances.
Drive new product introduction (NPI): move new and revised hardware designs from engineering through first article, validation builds, and ramp to volume production.
Partner with hardware engineering on design-for-manufacturability, engineering change orders, and yield/quality improvements.
Establish and maintain the manufacturing processes, documentation, and quality practices needed to scale production repeatably.
Identify and remove the biggest risks to delivery dates — component availability, CM capacity, repeatable assembly, and QA.
What you'll need
Bachelor's degree in an engineering, supply chain, or related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
8+ years in manufacturing operations, manufacturing program/project management, or supply chain, including direct ownership of a contract-manufacturer relationship.
Hands-on experience manufacturing electronics / hardware products (PCBAs, boards, or electromechanical systems) — not general/non-technical manufacturing.
Proven track record managing production schedules, inventory, and supplier performance for a physical product.
Experience taking a hardware product through NPI and into volume production (EVT/DVT/PVT or equivalent).
Strong command of purchasing, forecasting, and inventory/BOM management.
Excellent written and verbal communication; able to keep engineering, suppliers, and leadership aligned.
Willingness to travel to CM and supplier sites as needed.
Fluency with AI and agent-assisted workflows. Working with AI tools is core to how we operate at Qrypt, and it is expected of everyone here.
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Qrypt does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Nice to have
Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and manufacturing quality practices.
Experience with FIPS 140-3 validated hardware, or building products subject to security/compliance certification.
Experience scaling a product from low-volume/hand-assembled builds to volume manufacturing.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Pay & Equity participation
Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
401(k) match
In-office lunch and snacks
The opportunity to be part of a company solving one of the most critical technology challenges of our time!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Qrypt is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. If you have a disability and need assistance with our employment application process, please email us at info@qrypt.com to obtain assistance.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon13
- Blue Origin11
- Anduril7
- Veeco5
- GE Appliances5
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing13
- Technology & Software9
- Electronics & Hardware8
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals6
- Aerospace & Defense5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing operations manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial management, or a related technical field
- 5 or more years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Demonstrated proficiency with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience managing hourly production workforces of 50 or more employees
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent manufacturing software
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and plant safety programs
Tips for Your Manufacturing Operations Manager Job Search
Quantify throughput and efficiency gains
Hiring managers in manufacturing want to see numbers. Replace vague language like 'improved output' with specific results: line efficiency percentages, scrap reduction, cycle time cuts, or units per shift. Boards and plant directors read dozens of resumes and skip anything without proof of impact.
List certifications before soft skills
Lean Six Sigma belts, APICS credentials, and ISO 9001 auditor certifications are screened by applicant tracking systems before a human sees your resume. Put them in a dedicated credentials line near the top, not buried in a paragraph at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists manufacturing operations manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by production environment
A discrete manufacturing background does not always translate cleanly to process or batch environments. Filter your search by facility type and read job descriptions carefully for terms like 'high-mix low-volume', 'continuous flow', or 'batch processing' to confirm your experience fits before you apply.
Prepare for a plant walk during interviews
Many manufacturing operations manager interviews include a facility tour where the hiring manager watches how you observe and react. Practice narrating what you notice: safety hazards, bottlenecks, 5S compliance gaps. Demonstrating situational awareness on the floor often carries more weight than a final panel interview.
Negotiate total compensation beyond base pay
Manufacturing operations roles frequently include shift differentials, production bonuses, and relocation packages that are negotiable separately from base pay. Ask specifically about each component and get the bonus structure in writing, since plant performance metrics that trigger payouts vary significantly by company.
Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most manufacturing operations managers?
The companies hiring the most manufacturing operations managers right now include Amazon, Blue Origin, and Anduril, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is especially active in automotive assembly, food processing, and industrial equipment manufacturing.
How many manufacturing operations manager jobs are remote?
About 16% of manufacturing operations manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most plant-based roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include corporate operations strategy, multi-site continuous improvement, and supply chain coordination roles that do not require daily floor presence.
How do you become a manufacturing operations manager?
Start in a production supervisor or process engineer role to build direct floor experience, then pursue a Lean or Six Sigma credential to demonstrate continuous improvement competency. Move into shift manager or operations lead positions to gain P&L exposure and workforce responsibility. A bachelor's degree in engineering or industrial management strengthens your candidacy, and an MBA can accelerate advancement to multi-site or plant director roles.
Can you get hired as a manufacturing operations manager without direct management experience?
It is possible if you can demonstrate indirect leadership, such as leading cross-functional Kaizen events, coordinating production teams during a supervisor's absence, or managing contract and temporary workers on a project basis. Employers in smaller facilities or high-growth manufacturers are more open to candidates who show strong technical foundations and measurable continuous improvement results even without a formal management title.
What does the manufacturing operations manager interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter or HR screening call focused on experience level and facility type. A hiring manager interview follows, often including situational and behavioral questions around safety incidents, production downtime, and team conflict. Many companies add a plant walk or site visit where your observational instincts are assessed. Final rounds frequently include a panel with engineering, HR, and finance stakeholders, and some employers require a short operational improvement presentation.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing operations manager jobs?
You can find and apply to manufacturing operations manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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