Manager, Manufacturing

Saab • Cranston, RI

5d

About The Position

Saab, Inc. is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Manufacturing Manager for our Cranston, RI site. At Saab in Cranston, Rhode Island, you have the opportunity to join a team that manufactures underwater products for DoD and international customers. The Manufacturing Manager reports to the VP of Operations and is responsible for the entirety of manufacturing operations, supporting the Autonomous and Undersea Systems Division of Saab, Inc. This individual will be responsible for managing a team of approximately 20 people and the processes to support manufacturing operations to include production and financial controls, plant security and safety, regulatory compliance, and quality. Additionally, as Saab looks to expand its production operations in Rhode Island, this individual will be responsible for the establishment of additional capacity in the coming years. This individual will be responsible for the development and implementation of strategies to meet cost, quality, delivery, customer satisfaction, EHS, and continuous improvement goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience with proven track record of success
• Solid understanding of 5S, Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma
• Forecast resource requirements (people, money & assets) in order to meet business objectives.
• Ability to contribute to the development strategy and lead strategic initiatives in support of functional and business objectives.
• Measure team and process performance through the definition and use of appropriate metrics
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% in support of program and business development efforts.
• Working experience in a matrix organization
• Capable of obtaining a Secret level clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in business, engineering or related field preferred - MBA desirable.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition process and customer requirements.
• Experience with Oracle

Responsibilities

• Attract and retain the production staff necessary to achieve strategic business objectives and operating goals. This includes management of the appropriate distribution of skills and capacity across the organization, and continuously monitoring and reconciling head counts with the operating budget.
• Lead, inspire and engage a diverse team of employees.
• Drive performance to reach Saab, Inc.’s revenue, EBIT and OTD goals.
• Identifies and implements continuous improvement initiatives that enhance cost and schedule performance.
• Assist and guide with workflows, prioritization, procedures, training, support, safety, process improvement, and quality.
• Monitor and guide team to achieve delivery of distinctively high-quality products; to include performance, reliability, cost and on-time delivery
• Establish and maintain the Manufacturing Capital Budget

Benefits

• Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees