Manager, Operations

APPLIED COMPOSITES INC•Los Alamitos, CA

About The Position

Applied Composites (AC) is seeking a Manager, Operations who leads and manages the day-to-day production operations for on time delivery to Applied Composites’ customers, while aligning tasks with company policies and procedures. Responsible for production reorganization, managing vendors and consultants, as well as internal employees. About AC: Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
7-10 years of relevant experience
Solid experience in production engineering, production management, or related activity
Experience with and advanced training in Lean manufacturing concepts and techniques with significant exposure to kanban managed supply chain
Ability to understand and interpret blueprints and engineering specifications
Ability to identify and resolve technical, operational and organizational problems
Knowledge of composite manufacturing methods, machining, and mechanical assembly.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Computer proficient, including Microsoft Windows software application as well as basic understanding of Microsoft project
Position will require interfacing and presenting to both internal and external (customers) parties
This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Responsibilities

Initiates plans and processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials and capital
Ensures attainment of business objectives, and production schedules while ensuring product standards that meet or exceed our customer’s expectations
Leads the Production Team in achieving tasks, schedules, and goals
Develops a world-class operations organization by providing training, coaching, and counseling, and top grading as appropriate
Confirms that resources are utilized effectively and drives improvements
Ensure general safety, compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and company requirements
Leads and directs work for team of employees as defined by business needs
Manages staff selection, performance, development and training processes to ensure team competencies and capabilities to reach the business goals and expectations
Tracks operations hours to budget and ensures proper staffing levels
Initiates continuous improvement & Lean activities as necessary to achieve plans