Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in Kansas

Manufacturing Operations Manager jobs in Kansas are open across Wichita, Kansas City, and Elwood and other Kansas metros, with employers like Spirit AeroSystems, Rehrig Pacific Company, and Elanco hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles28+
Top employerSpirit AeroSystems
Top cityWichita, KS
Cities hiring15
Work type100% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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Clean Harbors
Manager Refinery Operations
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Clean Harbors
New 11h ago
Manager Refinery Operations
Clean Harbors
Wichita, Kansas
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Compliance & Legal
Manufacturing Operations
Compliance & Risk
$62k - $192k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Rehrig Pacific Company
Shift Manager
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Rehrig Pacific Company
New 14h ago
Shift Manager
Rehrig Pacific Company
Kansas City, Kansas
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Manufacturing Operations
$60k - $75k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Stryten Energy
Quality Manager
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Stryten Energy
Added 3d ago
Quality Manager
Stryten Energy
Salina, Kansas
Quality Control
Manufacturing Operations
Project & Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Spirit AeroSystems
Quality First Level Manager
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Spirit AeroSystems
Added 3d ago
Quality First Level Manager
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, Kansas
Quality Control
Project & Program Management
Manufacturing Operations
$73k - $112k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Rehrig Pacific Company
Shift Manager
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Rehrig Pacific Company
Added 6d ago
Shift Manager
Rehrig Pacific Company
Bonner Springs, Kansas
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Manufacturing Operations
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Wichita
8 jobs
Kansas City
5 jobs
Elwood
2 jobs
Salina
2 jobs
Abilene
1 jobs
Bonner Springs
1 jobs
De Soto
1 jobs
Emporia
1 jobs
Eudora
1 jobs

Manufacturing Operations Manager Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Spirit AeroSystems
    Spirit AeroSystems6
  • Rehrig Pacific Company
    Rehrig Pacific Company4
  • Elanco
    Elanco2
  • Owens Corning
    Owens Corning2
  • Amcor
    Amcor1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials7
  • Aerospace & Defense6
  • Manufacturing6
  • Food & Beverage3
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing operations manager jobs across Kansas.

  • 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

Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How many manufacturing operations manager jobs are there in Kansas?

There are 28+ manufacturing operations manager openings in Kansas on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Wichita, Kansas City, and Elwood. New positions post regularly as employers across Kansas hire.

How much do manufacturing operations managers make in Kansas?

Manufacturing operations managers in Kansas earn a median of about $125,750 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,340 for the lowest 10% to over $203,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Kansas cities have the most manufacturing operations manager jobs?

Wichita, Kansas City, and Elwood have the most manufacturing operations manager openings in Kansas right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire manufacturing operations managers in Kansas?

Employers hiring manufacturing operations managers in Kansas include Spirit AeroSystems, Rehrig Pacific Company, and Elanco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote manufacturing operations manager jobs in Kansas?

Yes. About 0% of manufacturing operations manager openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kansas metros.

How do I apply for manufacturing operations manager jobs in Kansas?

You can apply to manufacturing operations manager jobs in Kansas directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kansas location, then apply to each one that fits.

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