Director, Operations

Alloy Surfaces Co Inc•Chester Township, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Operations for Alloy Surfaces Company (ASC) serves as the strategic operational leader, directing, managing, and leading manufacturing operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of production activities. Primary responsibilities include overseeing production, asset reliability, maintenance, and facilities functions; ensuring customer, quality, schedule, and financial objectives are achieved; and serving as the primary point of contact for site operational performance, business initiatives, and cross-functional activities. This position is responsible for developing and executing operational strategies, budgets, staffing plans, hiring plans, and capital improvement initiatives while driving operational excellence through Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and equipment reliability, in support of ASC’s business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations Management or related field
Minimum of 12 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably within a fully integrated design, engineering, manufacturing, and customer support environment
Experience with supporting the U.S. Government contracting activities (e.g., FARS, DFARS)
Experience overseeing HSE program compliance with OSHA requirements
Experience working with suppliers/vendors on development, pricing and inventory optimization
Proven experience applying Lean Manufacturing, 5S/6S, and Six Sigma methodologies to improve operational performance
Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance commensurate with the level of facility clearance
Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, influencing, and organizational skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to apply sound judgment, initiative, and creativity to complex technical challenges
Demonstrated ability to lead innovation, drive continuous improvement, and implement effective operational solutions
Proven ability to scale operations and/or manage the manufacturing of new products from prototype to full rate production
Demonstrated ability to direct and coordinate activities of others, to take decisive action appropriate to the situation and business plan
Strong business and financial acumen with experience managing operating and capital budgets
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and inventory/warehouse management software
Risk identification, assessment, and mitigation
Knowledge of manufacturing resource planning (MRP/ERP) systems
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or MBA is preferred
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification highly desired

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Operations, Production, Asset Reliability, Maintenance, and Facilities functions to support business objectives, customer requirements, and program execution
Direct and oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of production activities while achieving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and production objectives
Responsible for the successful operation of activities of major significance to the organization; ensure production budgets, schedules, capacity, and performance standards are established and attained
Develop and employ strategies to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), manufacturing productivity, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency
Forecast labor requirements through capacity planning and recommend equipment and/or facility changes, production methods, or material handling procedures. Identify and implement capital equipment investments that enhance manufacturing capability and provide a positive return on investment
Manage labor, capital, equipment, and material resources efficiently to meet fluctuating demand while controlling operational costs
Lead Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance
Oversee inventory management and manufacturing capacity planning to support production schedules, customer demand, and financial objectives
Partner with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Supply Chain, HSE, and other cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and support business growth
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing Operations organization through effective staffing, employee development, cross-training, performance management, and succession planning
Champion a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence while ensuring compliance with applicable government, regulatory, customer, and company requirements
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to the Code of Conduct, U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, and the Chemring Operational Framework
Ensure the Group ethos of all employees going home safely at the end of their working day is adhered to
Promote a high standard of ethical behavior and adherence to the Group’s core values, and promote a culture of honesty and integrity across ASC
Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Special projects and additional duties as assigned