Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in Colorado
Manufacturing Operations Manager jobs in Colorado concentrate in aerospace and defense, medical device manufacturing, and industrial equipment production, with the state ranking among the most active markets in the Mountain West for senior operations talent. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo anchor the bulk of hiring, where established employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Envision Solar maintain large facilities requiring experienced operations leadership. The most in-demand specialties are lean manufacturing, supply chain integration, and quality management systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Shop Operations Team Manager-Senior to join our team specializing in Henderson, CO
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
Lead the daily activities of multiple production teams to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent operations.
Drive achievement of production targets while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, housekeeping, and productivity.
Provide clear direction to team members by setting expectations, clarifying responsibilities, and supporting successful execution of daily priorities.
Coach, mentor, and provide ongoing feedback to team members to strengthen performance, accountability, and professional development.
Identify individual and team training needs and develop effective training plans to build skills and operational capability.
Partner cross-functionally to identify and implement improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
Address day-to-day production challenges, helping remove barriers and maintain workflow to support business and customer requirements.
Foster a positive, engaged, and continuous-improvement culture that encourages teamwork, ownership, and achievement of operational goals.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
Builds effective teams - Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Decision quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Develops talent - Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals.
Directs work - Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.
Drives engagement - Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
Drives results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Manages conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
Health and Safety Fundamentals - Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace.
Health, Safety and Environment Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis - Examines HSE incidents by completing quality, evidence based investigations with accurate root cause analysis, resulting in effective corrective actions, accurate reporting and avoiding repeated incidents.
Continuous Process Improvement - Recognizes areas in which a process can be improved by properly implementing process improvement and waste reduction methodologies to reduce process cost and improve quality in current manufacturing processes.
Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Education, Licenses, Certifications: College, university, or equivalent degree required.This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Experience: Intermediate level of supervisory experience required.
Additional Information:
Coaching and developing of their team members. Continuous interactions with other functional areas to help to achieve HSE, Quality, Cost and Delivery goals. Interactions with external stakeholders.
At least 3 years of manufacturing operations leadership experience.
Experience leading production teams in a manufacturing environment.
Strong people leadership skills with an emphasis on coaching and development.
Must be comfortable spending significant time on the shop floor.
Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred over non-manufacturing environments
Compensation and Benefits
Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.
Job Manufacturing
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Exempt - Experienced
Min Salary $86680
Max Salary $130020
Application End Date 20-NOV-2026
ReqID 2439241
Relocation Package Yes
100% On-Site No
Cummins and E-Verify
At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.
We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Shop Operations Team Manager-Senior to join our team specializing in Henderson, CO
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
Lead the daily activities of multiple production teams to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent operations.
Drive achievement of production targets while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, housekeeping, and productivity.
Provide clear direction to team members by setting expectations, clarifying responsibilities, and supporting successful execution of daily priorities.
Coach, mentor, and provide ongoing feedback to team members to strengthen performance, accountability, and professional development.
Identify individual and team training needs and develop effective training plans to build skills and operational capability.
Partner cross-functionally to identify and implement improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
Address day-to-day production challenges, helping remove barriers and maintain workflow to support business and customer requirements.
Foster a positive, engaged, and continuous-improvement culture that encourages teamwork, ownership, and achievement of operational goals.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
Builds effective teams - Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Decision quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Develops talent - Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals.
Directs work - Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.
Drives engagement - Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
Drives results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Manages conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
Health and Safety Fundamentals - Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace.
Health, Safety and Environment Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis - Examines HSE incidents by completing quality, evidence based investigations with accurate root cause analysis, resulting in effective corrective actions, accurate reporting and avoiding repeated incidents.
Continuous Process Improvement - Recognizes areas in which a process can be improved by properly implementing process improvement and waste reduction methodologies to reduce process cost and improve quality in current manufacturing processes.
Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Education, Licenses, Certifications: College, university, or equivalent degree required.This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Experience: Intermediate level of supervisory experience required.
Additional Information:
Coaching and developing of their team members. Continuous interactions with other functional areas to help to achieve HSE, Quality, Cost and Delivery goals. Interactions with external stakeholders.
At least 3 years of manufacturing operations leadership experience.
Experience leading production teams in a manufacturing environment.
Strong people leadership skills with an emphasis on coaching and development.
Must be comfortable spending significant time on the shop floor.
Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred over non-manufacturing environments
Compensation and Benefits
Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.
Job Manufacturing
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Exempt - Experienced
Min Salary $86680
Max Salary $130020
Application End Date 20-NOV-2026
ReqID 2439241
Relocation Package Yes
100% On-Site No
Cummins and E-Verify
At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing operations manager jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, industrial management, or a related technical field
- Five or more years of progressive operations or production management experience in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated proficiency with lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience managing cross-functional teams, scheduling, and production output across multiple shifts
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle for production planning and inventory control
- Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and Colorado workplace compliance requirements
Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing operations manager in Colorado?
Most manufacturing operations managers in Colorado start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial management, or a related field, then build experience in production supervision or process engineering roles. Colorado does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers in regulated sectors like aerospace or medical devices often expect certifications such as Certified Manufacturing Engineer or Six Sigma Black Belt. Advancing through floor-level and plant management positions at Colorado's large aerospace or defense manufacturers is the most common path.
How much do manufacturing operations managers make in Colorado?
Manufacturing operations managers in Colorado earn a median of about $141,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $86,460 for the lowest 10% to over $230,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire manufacturing operations managers in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring manufacturing operations managers in Colorado include Mesa Labs, Alvarez & Marsal, and Cummins, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, defense, and medical device manufacturers means many of the most consistent openings come from large facilities along the Front Range corridor.
Which Colorado cities have the most manufacturing operations manager jobs?
Denver, Lakewood, and Pueblo have the most manufacturing operations manager openings in Colorado. Denver leads because of its dense cluster of aerospace, defense, and industrial headquarters, while Colorado Springs draws demand from major defense contractors and electronics manufacturers, and Pueblo's steel and industrial base supports a steady volume of plant-level operations roles.
Are there remote manufacturing operations manager jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of manufacturing operations manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that the role is fundamentally floor- and facility-based. The portions most likely to allow remote work are administrative functions like reporting, vendor coordination, and budget planning rather than the core production oversight responsibilities.
How can I get hired as a manufacturing operations manager in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a production supervisor or manufacturing engineer role first, then building toward operations management over time. Large Colorado employers in aerospace and defense, including those in the Denver and Colorado Springs areas, regularly hire production associates, quality technicians, and process engineers at the entry level and develop them internally. Completing a lean manufacturing or Six Sigma Green Belt certification while in an entry role signals readiness for advancement and is a common differentiator among candidates without direct management experience.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing operations manager jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to manufacturing operations manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and location.
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