Norco is delighted to welcome Mark D’Amico as the new Operations Manager at Unit 43.
Mark brings with him over 30 years of experience in the Aerospace industry, offering a wealth of technical and leadership expertise. He began his career as an apprentice Sheet Metal Worker and has since progressed through a wide variety of roles – from hands-on technical positions to strategic senior leadership. Over the last 15 years, he has successfully managed multiple sites and large teams supporting major global civil and defence platforms.
Mark was drawn to Norco by the opportunity to broaden his expertise into composites manufacturing and boatbuilding, complementing his deep background in metallics and aerospace. His diverse experience has shaped a strong understanding of what makes a high-performing manufacturing environment – from effective process control to a culture of continuous improvement that drives both results and personal growth.
In his new role, Mark will focus on building a scalable operational framework that supports Norco’s continued growth. In the short term, he’ll be working closely with the production team to understand current workflows and improve day-to-day efficiency. Over time, his goal is to drive operational excellence across the business through practical, data-driven improvements tailored to Norco’s unique needs.
Mark’s leadership style is grounded in open communication, accountability, and empowerment. He’s a strong believer in fostering a ‘Just Culture’ – one where people feel safe to speak up, own mistakes, and learn from them. As he puts it:
“When people are treated fairly, they’re more open, more innovative, and more committed. That’s the kind of culture I try to build.”
What excites Mark most about operations is solving complex problems and turning chaos into clarity. With a logical and process-driven mindset, he enjoys making things run better, faster, and smoother – and seeing the tangible results that follow.
Outside of work, Mark is a keen golfer and enjoys collecting, building, and restoring tech products. When it comes to leadership, he sums up his approach with:
“Leadership isn’t about having all the answers – it’s about asking the right questions, providing a clear vision, and enabling great people to do great work.”
Norco is thrilled to have Mark on board and looks forward to the experience and insight he brings to the team.