Operations Manager, Manufacturing (Onsite)
About The Position
We are seeking a highly motivated, technically talented individual, who has a true desire to lead and coach in a dynamic operations environment to support Landing Gear MRO. In this role you will be assisting with the daily production of the facility, onboard, train and provide direction to skilled employees, leading employee engagement, and driving continuous improvement efforts guided by our Control Tower objectives. Additionally, you will lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, and cost reduction through the system’s various elements. In conjunction to daily responsibilities; development of subordinate people leaders, project management, effective communication and execution with support group members is critical to the role's success.
Requirements
- University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
- 5 years Supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Familiarity with production management software (SAP), Microsoft Office Suite, and specific industry principles like Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
Nice To Haves
- Aviation/Aerospace manufacturing experience highly preferred
- Experience working with all levels of management
- Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, strategic thinking, communication, and decision-making skills
- Specialized knowledge of technical/operational practices and/or shop environment experience
- Experience with continuous improvement principles & lean manufacturing
Responsibilities
- Maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring all products meet quality standards.
- Supervising, training, and motivating hourly associates on all shifts, to include a direct report 2nd shift supervisor, to achieve performance objectives and developing them for increased responsibility/proficiency.
- Planning and organizing resources to meet production schedules, minimizing waste, and driving continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean Manufacturing).
- Maintaining accurate training records, time logs, and job performance documentation.
- Identifying and resolving operational issues and coordinating with support functions such as Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, & Planning on a daily basis
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
- Relocation assistance
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
