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Salesforce, Inc.

$60 - $80/hr

## Recruiting Enablement Operations Admin - Contractor RoleApplyremote type: Remote Home-Basedlocations: US, Remotetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR345742*To get the ...

Pearson

Specialist, DevOps & SRE

Bloomington, MN · Remote

$70K - $119K/yr

You will work alongside an experienced DevOps contractor who knows our environment deeply. This is a partnership role: you will share ownership of our platform, improve automation, support production ...

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Kanak Elite Services Inc

OH · On-site

$51 - $69.75/hr

HYBRID - 1 DAY ON SITE PER WEEK DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS MUST BE LOCAL OR WITHIN A ONE HOUR DRIVE A highly skilled Azure DevOps Contractor to supplement our cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipeline ...

Pearson Education

Specialist, DevOps & SRE

Bloomington, MN · On-site

$70K - $119K/yr

You will work alongside an experienced DevOps contractor who knows our environment deeply. This is a partnership role: you will share ownership of our platform, improve automation, support production ...

ICF

Field Operations Manager

Newark, NJ

Acting as the primary liaison among contractors, auditors, field staff, program leadership, and other stakeholders, the Field Operations Manager proactively resolves operational challenges, removes ...

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Assistant Director of Operations

Warwick, RI · On-site

$80K/yr

Contractor and Project Oversight * Monitor contractor and vendor activities occurring throughout operational facilities. * Coordinate construction projects, maintenance activities, and capital ...

Civil Recruit

HR Coordinator III

Boise, ID · On-site

Summary We are seeking a People Operations Contractor to support day-to-day employee lifecycle operations, Workday transactions, compliance activities, and recurring audits. This role will help ...

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Bedrock

Well Servicing Liaison

Seminole, TX · On-site

This senior-level role acts as the primary field liaison between operations, contractors, engineering teams, production personnel, and service providers to ensure workover activities are executed ...

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How much do operations contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for operations contractor in the United States is $24.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operations contractor?

To thrive as an Operations Contractor, you need expertise in process management, logistical coordination, and a solid understanding of business operations, often backed by relevant experience or a degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools, ERP systems, and supply chain software is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These skills ensure seamless operational efficiency, timely project delivery, and successful stakeholder collaboration in dynamic environments.

What are some common challenges operations contractors face when integrating with new teams or organizations?

Operations Contractors often work on short-term projects or assignments, which means they frequently need to adapt to new team dynamics and organizational cultures quickly. One common challenge is understanding and aligning with existing processes, communication styles, and expectations within a limited timeframe. Successful contractors are proactive in asking questions, seeking clarification, and building rapport with team members to ensure smooth collaboration and effective project delivery. Flexibility and strong interpersonal skills are key to overcoming these integration hurdles and making a positive impact.

Is operations a high-paying job?

Operations contractors often earn competitive wages that vary based on industry, experience, and location. While some roles in operations can be well-paying, salaries generally depend on the complexity of tasks, required skills, and the level of responsibility involved.

What is an operations contractor?

An operations contractor is a professional hired to manage and oversee specific operational tasks within a company or project. They often handle logistics, process improvements, or maintenance, and may work on a contract basis for a set period, requiring skills in project management and industry-specific tools.
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Infographic showing various Operations Contractor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,239 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Program Technical Lead - Quality Operations Contractor

Verify Incorporated

Irving, TX • On-site

$69 - $76/hr

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Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Overview

Industry: Aerospace/Defense (Supply Chain management)

Job Title: Program Technical Lead – Quality Operations Contractor

Location: Onsite

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Compensation: $50 - $55/hr

Position Summary

The Program Technical Lead serves as the primary technical authority supporting a defense industry customer program. This role is responsible for supporting a geographically distributed team of field resources performing quality inspections, process audits, delivery assurance, expediting, and packaging validation with solid engineering guidance that ensures full compliance to customer requirements. The Technical Lead ensures consistent interpretation and application of customer, regulatory, and contractual requirements while acting as the central point of contact for all technical inquiries. This position is a full-time contractor role, Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm CST, onsite in an office environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the single point of technical contact for the field resource pool, providing real-time and accurate guidance on quality and compliance matters.
  • Provide technical direction for:
    • Source inspections
    • Process audits
    • Delivery assurance activities
    • Expediting
    • Packaging and labeling validation
  • Interpret and communicate requirements from:
    • Customer, specifications, and procedures
    • Purchase orders and contractual flow-downs
    • Engineering drawings and documentation
    • Special Processes
    • Quality clauses
  • Provide expert guidance on:
    • AS9102 Rev C First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements and compliance
    • Certificate of conformance validation
    • Process audit execution and reporting
  • Act as the escalation point for complex technical questions from field personnel to internal teams and the customer
  • Ensure alignment and standardization across all field activities to drive:
    • Compliance
    • Accuracy
    • Consistency
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends, gaps, and corrective actions.

Qualifications

  • US Citizenship
  • Outstanding written and spoken English
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in defense or aerospace quality engineering roles (e.g., Quality Engineer, Quality Manager).
  • Demonstrated experience with supplier quality and source inspection programs
  • Demonstrated expertise in:
    • AS9100 Quality Management Systems
    • AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements
  • Strong working knowledge of:
    • Technical documentation and engineering drawings
    • Purchase order and contractual requirement interpretation
    • Process auditing methodologies
  • Proven ability to support and guide remote or distributed teams.
  • Experience interfacing directly with customers and regulatory representatives.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
  • Recent experience in secure web-based computing platforms (Exostar, SAP,

Preferred Qualifications

  • Lead Auditor certification (AS9100 or equivalent)
  • Background in defense contracting or working with major OEMs
  • Familiarity with digital FAI tools (e.g., Net-Inspect or equivalent systems)

Key Competencies

  • Technical leadership and authority
  • Strong attention to detail and compliance focus
  • Soft-skills
  • Ability to interpret complex requirements and translate into actionable guidance
  • Effective cross-functional communication
  • Independent decision-making in high-visibility customer environments

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, political affiliation, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Verify, Inc. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based based on any of these characteristics.”

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