Manufacturing Manager

Cubic•Ashburn, VA

17d•$140,000 - $170,000

About The Position

When you join Cubic, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation to make people’s lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners. We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD). Explore more on Cubic.com. Job Summary: Directs and coordinates all manufacturing operations to ensure quality on time cost-effective delivery of products. Oversees manufacturing, inventory control, Production Control and Process Engineering. The Senior Manufacturing Manager will also recommend and implement manufacturing policies and programs to guide the Company in maintaining and improving the competitive position of the operations. This position typically works under limited supervision and direction. Incumbents of this position will regularly exercise discretionary and substantial decision-making authority.

Requirements

Four-year college degree, or equivalent, in a technical field and/or business administration plus ten years related experience including five years management experience in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with personal computer software.
Mentally capable of performing responsibilities under high levels of stress.
Ability to set priorities and handle multiple assignments.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans, directs and coordinates all manufacturing activities for Cubic
Establishes methods and measures to ensure high quality and low cost processes are used in support of the business plan.
Strong change management and continuous improvement leadership
Integrated planning of Internal and Contract Manufacturing coordination and execution experience
Experience in managing material flow within a dynamic business environment
Strong cross functional collaboration with Functional and Business leaders, including Engineering, Quality, Business Management and Senior Executives
Performs those administrative activities necessary for the effective management of the department, including provision for the selection and development of employees, pay administration, budget administration, employee safety, employee counseling and motivation, organization goals and objectives, and planning, organizing integrating and measuring the work performed within the department.
Ensures inventory controls, inventory levels and flow of materials (including shipment of finished goods) are consistent with budgets and forecasts for manufacturing and customer service requirements.
Assures compliance of plant operations with Company policy, and all local regulations.
Directs installation and maintenance of all processing equipment used in manufacturing.
Directs the preparation of specifications as to quality, quantity, delivery and service required for purchase of plant equipment, supplies and materials to meet production schedules and quality standards.