Metal Operations Manager

Janicki Industries • Sedro Woolley, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture. Across every role, from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams, our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact. This position is located in Sedro Woolley, Washington State. The Operations Manager oversees daily production processes associated operations. This position requires strong people management skills and ability to communicate across multiple organizational boundaries and disciplines. Management of up to 100 personnel on multiple shifts is required. They will serve as a back up to the Operations Director and/or Vice President. Operations Managers will assist in training for new cell managers and/or opening new direct labor positions as needed. This position requires previous experience as a Cell Manager at Janicki.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree, technical engineering degree, or business degree is preferred.
• Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years of experience as a cell manager within Janicki Industries preferred.
• General understanding of AS9100 and NADCAP compliance requirements.
• Must be familiar with a variety of the metal concepts, practices, and procedures; must be able to rely on extensive experience, problem-solving skills, and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be familiar with a variety of the fields' concepts, practices and procedures
• Must be able to rely on extensive experience, problem-solving skills and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Must have good communication and teambuilding skills.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office products, SAP or similar ERP systems
• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).
• Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Cell Manager at Janicki.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for the daily function and execution of production cells
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow for optimal use of resources
• Backfills for Operations Director and Cell Managers during vacation or sick time
• Monitors and maintains operations key process indicators (production LPI’s, direct labor billable, workorder accuracy tracking, etc.)
• Works towards continuous Improvement goals within various work centers
• Assist in training and development of new cell managers/leads and provides cross-training for those moving to new cells
• Documents lessons learned from complex or long duration projects
• Authorizes and coordinates cross-cell movement of shared resources such as metrology technicians
• Coordinates O.J.T. for new hire production or operations personnel
• Hires and trains next tier of technicians and leads to complete assigned work
• Identifies areas for improvement among cell members and implements cross training accordingly to create a more capable and homogenous team
• Owns the 5S Standards for the manufacturing organization and assists with providing site direction and coaching on best practices
• Provides support during audits
• Assists cell managers with planning and scheduling
• Assist with plant-to-plant project coordination
• Demonstrated ability to inspire others; show a strong work ethic; set a positive example by providing assistance, recognition and encouragement; to identify and articulate clear, meaningful goals; to focus the efforts of others, and to quickly adapt well to changing conditions
• Evidence of a management style which successfully builds alliances within the corporation
• Demonstrates an emphasis on high morale, effective teamwork, high performance and delivery of commitments
• Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines.
• Shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
• 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

• Discretionary bonus
• 401(k) matching
• Vacation
• Health benefits
• Additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay
• 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
• Premium pay for security clearance if applicable

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager