Sr Manager, Operations

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems • Saco, ME

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About The Position

Sr Manager, Operations (Inventory Control) Has overall responsibility for a single manufacturing facility | Directs all aspects of production activity at the assigned plant to ensure that the desired quantities and quality of products are manufactured on schedule in a safe manner at minimum cost | May be responsible for Accounting, Human Resources and other staff functions. Proven leadership skills with 10+ years of direct oversight of warehouse facility operations required. Demonstrate solid knowledge of logistics processes to include receipt and shipment of Government materials, warehousing development, and strategic planning. Impact of the Role General Profile Manages professional employees and/or supervisors Must have at least one professional expert or one supervisor as a direct report Has accountability for the performance and results of a team within own area of specialty Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges Decisions and problem solving are guided by policies, procedures and department plan; receives guidance from manager Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Requirements

• Associate's Degree and 7-8 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

• Preferred managerial experience with professional supervisors as well as a represented workforce.
• Exhibit a strong focus on workplace safety and culture.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Business degree preferred
• Leadership skills.
• Capacity planning.
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM).
• Manufacturing operations management.
• Process optimization.
• Resource planning.
• Risk management.
• Safety policies and procedures.
• Performance metrics.
• Organizational goal setting.
• Strategic planning.
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Team building.
• ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Directs manufacturing operations and management teams for plants and locations of an organization that support business goals.
• Incorporates the organizational strategy and plans for operational safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and cost control policies and programs in manufacturing processes.
• Monitors production metrics and recommends process improvements, new technologies, and methods to maximize operational efficiency.
• Drives workforce planning activities and approves/ allocates resources based on business priorities.
• Implements long-term plans for facilities, equipment, materials, technology, and workforce resources to maintain manufacturing capacity and processes.
• Leads and directs the work of other managers and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree