Associate Director, Manufacturing Operations (Operations)

RTX•Jacksonville, FL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking an Associate Director of Manufacturing Operations in Jacksonville, FL. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing operational process maturity and performance to ensure efficiency and customer satisfaction. The Engineered Polymer Products (EPP) division specializes in marine applications for surface ships and submarines, creating specialty naval parts. The position requires strong organizational and problem-solving skills to oversee all operational aspects of the Value Stream, including Production, CNC machining, shop floor management, talent management, process improvement, schedule adherence, and safety. The Value Stream supports Naval Structures for US Navy platforms across two sites and three value streams in Jacksonville, Florida.

Requirements

University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience.
Experience in leading operations supervisors or managers.
Experience in working in an ISO regulated manufacturing facility.
Experience in working with the Lean / Toyota Production System in a manufacturing environment.
U.S. citizenship is required.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
Active and existing Secret DoD security clearance required after day 1.

Nice To Haves

STEM or Engineering Bachelor’s degree.
CNC machining operations (composite preferably).
Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Project).
Experience with SAP.
Experience as an Operations Manager working in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment.
Experience with Solumina or relevant MES experience.
Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity.
Chemical processing, composite or rubber layup manufacturing experience.
Demonstrated experience implementing world-class manufacturing techniques.
Certified in Six-Sigma.
Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) or Human and Organizational Performance (HOP).
Demonstrated ability to establish and mature a Continuous Improvement culture.
Experience with single piece flow in a mixed model production environment.
Demonstrated experience with new program introductions (NPI) and rate increases.

Responsibilities

Manages the execution of operations to meet established targets and metrics within Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People.
Develops operational and financial objectives for all operational areas to increase profitability and mitigate risks.
Directs a multi-functional team to ensure areas meet business strategy objectives.
Maintains compliance with all regulations, laws, and management systems requirements.
Proactively reduces EH&S risks and promotes safe behaviors in the workplace.
Supports all safety programs, including behavioral-based safety and job hazard analysis, ensuring flawless execution.
Manages capacity, demand, and resource plans to ensure rate readiness and 100% on-time delivery.
Supports the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process for adequate capacity and headcount planning.
Ensures successful implementation of engineering development activities.
Develops maturity of Business Intelligence tools for efficient material flow.
Integrates tactical & strategic supply chain updates to ensure delivery and manage risk.
Manages objectives for operating budgets, capital plans, and cost savings targets.
Ensures utilization and labor efficiency are achieved, and sales output is realized.
Achieves inventory improvements and manages manufacturing variances.
Ensures effective implementation of product and manufacturing technologies.
Identifies and executes manufacturing technologies & world-class manufacturing initiatives aligned with the 5-year strategic plan.
Champions change through active support of Continuous Improvement tools and processes.
Leads and supports all Operational continuous improvement processes and initiatives, including Visual Management Strategy, Layout Linkage Flow, and 5S.
Develops the annual operational macro plan and ensures individual projects are implemented to resolve problems, issues, or opportunities.
Drives employee engagement and positive culture, and executes strategic workforce planning initiatives.
Standardizes best practices across operations and business processes.
Ensures adherence to the Operational rhythm, including Tier meetings, IPT construct, Gemba boards, RCCA, RTPR, and recovery plans.
Executes a robust talent management and succession planning process.
Ensures all training and skills are assessed to ensure no critical skills gaps.
Represents the organization to sustain a positive organizational culture.
Ensures compliance with all government and corporate policies and procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Program, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Relocation assistance may be eligible.