Operations Manager

TTM•Chippewa Falls, WI

14d•Onsite

About The Position

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. TTM is looking for a Production Manager to effectively manage the operations and production of one of our zones at our Chippewa Falls facility. The position goals include on time delivery, quality objectives, safety objectives, returns and operating income objectives. We provide a total rewards program that emphasizes continuous learning, safe and clean work environment and competitive compensation program. Additionally, TTM Chippewa Falls has worked very hard to create a culture of fun and social responsibility through company events and giving. The Production Manager will demonstrate leadership by promoting a positive attitude and creating a culture of accountability and job satisfaction.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Excellent leadership skills.
Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
Self-starter requiring minimal direct supervision.
Balance multiple and changing production requirements and people issues.
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
Minimum of five years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience with financial concepts and tools, including budgets, cost analysis and reporting preferred.
Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

Responsibilities

Manage, coordinate, facilitate and provide leadership to first line supervisors, production employees, maintenance and other support staff.
Monitor Cell performance to goals in areas of throughput, quality, cycle time, cost and safety.
Identify and implement actions to meet or exceed goals.
Work closely with engineering and other technical resources in the evaluation, procurement and installation of equipment.
Support technical staff in troubleshooting and enhancing production processes.
Plan, develop and manage the departmental budget.
Develop and utilize financial reporting metrics and tools, to include labor utilization, cost analysis, productivity and related areas.
Interface with external suppliers and vendors to ensure the timely delivery of high quality production parts and material, and support of production equipment.
Work directly with external customers and support groups to ensure that customer requirements are understood and met.
Direct Lean Manufacturing and other continuous improvement methodologies to drive on-time delivery, yield improvement, quality improvement, cost and cycle time reduction and safety.
Provide analysis and reporting as required, and ensure communication of departmental key metrics related to safety, quality, delivery and cost.
Manage employee relations issues, and assist employees in the resolution of problems.
Support and facilitate organizational change initiatives.
Act as a key influencing factor on the plant’s leadership team.
Perform other related duties as assigned.