Senior Manager, Operations Management

L3Harris Technologies•Camden, NJ

3d•$126,000 - $234,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Operations leads site-wide manufacturing at the Power Systems Camden, New Jersey facility. The role is accountable for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People performance across electromechanical assembly and test value streams. It drives long-range operations planning, Lean transformation, and predictable program execution in partnership with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Test. The leader represents Operations in executive and customer reviews, supports performance recovery when needed, and builds a scalable, high-performing organization for future growth.

Requirements

Broad management and leadership knowledge to lead cross-department project teams or manage across the function.
Bachelor’s degree and at least 12 years of related experience; alternatively, a graduate degree and at least 10 years of related experience, or at least 16 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
Demonstrated success leading multi-value-stream operations, including managers and cross-functional leaders.
Advanced expertise in Lean transformation and factory flow optimization.
Proven track record delivering predictable schedule, cost, quality, and throughput performance.
Executive-level communication skills and experience leading customer and executive reviews.
Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, SIOP/IBP processes, and performance management.

Nice To Haves

Lean or Six Sigma certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and throughput goals.
Direct scheduling, labor planning, and material flow to support efficient and predictable execution.
Oversee a mixed union and non-union workforce, ensuring effective leadership, employee relations, and consistent application of policies and work rules.
Manage operational budgets, capital planning, and resource allocation.
Develop and execute site operations strategy, including SIOP/IBP, capacity planning, and long-term investment needs.
Drive Lean transformation and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance flow, reduce waste, and improve performance.
Ensure readiness for new product introduction, including process validation, configuration control, and transition to full-rate production.
Partner cross-functionally with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and customers to meet program and delivery commitments.
Develop and coach managers, supervisors, and technical staff; build a strong talent pipeline and succession plans.
Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and quality system requirements, maintaining audit readiness and strong data integrity.
Perform other duties as assigned.