Director of Operations (Weekend Day Shift)

Janicki Industries•Hamilton, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Janicki Industries is seeking a Director of Operations for the weekend shift to join their growing team. This position is located on-site in Hamilton and Sedro Woolley, Washington State. The Director of Operations oversees and manages daily production processes encompassing the fabrication, finishing, and assembly of composite and metal parts and tooling. This role requires exceptional leadership and communication skills to effectively coordinate across diverse organizational boundaries and disciplines. The Director is instrumental in driving productivity, maintaining stringent quality standards, and fostering teamwork and collaboration to achieve organizational goals.

Requirements

Applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3)
Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required)
Candidate must agree to enter a Continuous Evaluation program
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Composite/Material Sciences, Industrial Design Technology, or a related field.
5-10 years of management experience in aerospace composites or a related field.
Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP compliance standards, as well as key composite field concepts, practices, and procedures.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD software
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teambuilding skills, combined with a high degree of creativity and initiative.
Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
Must be willing and eligible to obtain a government-issued security clearance.
Must pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CATIA is a plus.
Experience managing workflows through machine centers is preferred.

Responsibilities

Directly responsible for the daily function and safe operations of manufacturing cells and supervision of cell managers
Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes to provide a consistent flow of deliverables
Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow for optimal use of resources
Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions
Maintains heightened awareness of schedule for every project moving through the value stream to meet key project milestones
Interprets a broad range of engineering specifications including drawings, sketches, and written requirements
Interviews, hires and trains next tier of technicians and leads to complete assigned work
Works with project managers to identify and mitigate risk in the production process
Determines product specifications and arranges for purchase of equipment, or non-standard materials and monitors availability and delivery times with respect to production schedule
Recommends and administers policies and procedures to enhance manufacturing and support operations
Reviews weekly and monthly project status reports and evaluates that schedules or plans will meet customer timelines
Supports and enforces published company policies
Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines
Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job
Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

Off-Shift Differential of $12,000 Annually Applies for Weekend Shift
Discretionary bonus
401(k) matching
Vacation
Health benefits
Additional pay for off shifts
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
401k with employer matching
Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
Education reimbursement program
Several shift options
Premium pay for off shifts