IPT Operations Leader

Job overview

The IPT Operations Leader works onsite in Camden, AR, on a 4/10 workweek, with overtime as required. Compensation is not specified. The role supports Armtec's Camden facility, which produces decoy countermeasure flares for its mission-critical defense work. The leader integrates day-to-day manufacturing operations for assigned programs, coordinating production execution with program management, engineering, quality, planning, procurement, and shop-floor teams. The role drives safe, compliant, efficient, and on-schedule production while advancing operational excellence, resource optimization, and continuous improvement.

What you'll do

• Lead manufacturing activities within the Integrated Product Team, including chemical mixing, extrusion, tooling, and related processes
• develop and adjust production schedules with the Planner
• coordinate staffing, equipment, and material flow
• manage operational KPIs
• lead or support LEAN, 5S, kaizen, and variability-reduction efforts
• implement procedures, engineering changes, productivity projects, and capital equipment
• facilitate operations meetings and problem-solving
• champion safety and environmental and quality compliance
• support new-product and automation integration and operator training
• report operational status, risks, and metrics.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

ipt operations leader

manufacturing operations

production leadership

defense manufacturing

countermeasure flares

lean

continuous improvement

production scheduling

camden ar

armtec defense technologies

4/10 workweek

overtime as required

export-control access

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting prefers a bachelor's degree and requires 7–10 years of progressive manufacturing or operations experience in defense, aerospace, or regulated manufacturing. The position requires access to export-control information and U.S. work authorization.

About the employer

Armtec Defense Technologies is hiring for this role. Industry: Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing. Sector: 33.