Strategic Operations Manager - Value Stream Leader - Manufacturing Programs

BAE Systems Plc•Louisville, KY

64d•$150,370 - $255,630•Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems is hiring a Strategic Operations Manager - Value Stream Leader to support our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business in Louisville, KY. This role will serve as the Value Stream Leader for our Submarine Tube or other Manufacturing programs. The position will manage the production value stream team and product(s) with direct and indirect supervision of employees across all operating shifts and assigned supporting functions. The Leader will be responsible for the daily performance of the value streams along with setting short- and long-term priorities for the teams. Drive both tactical and long-range strategic planning processes for assigned operations by overseeing and managing aspects of engineering, manufacturing, production control, and supply chain management. Define goals, improve technologies, and resolve problems in conjunction with managers of engineering, manufacturing, program management, and supply chain. Develop operations-related plans, budgets, policies, and procedures. Maintain Safety, Health, and Environmental compliance relating to the production facility and assigned area. Champion the continuous improvement effort for their value stream focusing on reducing cycle and lead times for their processes. This position will be onsite in Louisville, KY. There will be up to 25% of travel, on average.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a Defense (DoD) Confidential Security Clearance
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or related and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience
Experience in Program/Operations Management
Experience in Large-Scale Manufacturing/Production: Product Assembly, Machining, Welding, and/or Fabrication of large-scale products
Experience in People Management/Leadership: Managing both Exempt and Non-Exempt employees
Experience in Cross-functional Leadership: Manufacturing Management, Production Control, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Excellence, and Quality
Experience in Driving Process Improvement and Lean Manufacturing into processes
Experience in Oracle or similar ERP systems
Flexibility and adaptability to rapidly changing priorities and assignments
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teaming skills with the ability to effectively influence cross functional teams
Strong planning and organizational skills
Strong written/oral communication and presentation skills
Strong computer application skills with extensive focus on Microsoft Office applications

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain and maintain a Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance
Graduate Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing related discipline
Experience with the deployment and implementation of Lean Manufacturing concepts
Experience in Production Planning and Control within Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
Experience in Management of Union environments
Experience in Defense (DoD)/Government Contracting environments
Experience in Performance Management through EVMS, KPIs, and Metrics
Experience in Manufacturing and Quality Engineering practices and instructions

Responsibilities

Accountable to SQDCP performance to achieve company KPI targets for each production value stream within assigned area.
Ensure products and services are delivered on time, within cost, and in accordance with contract terms and conditions, while also meeting performance requirements.
Lead and develop the capital review and budget process for assigned areas.
Support compilation of labor forecasts for both Estimates to Completion (ETC) and Estimates at Completion (EACs) for the support and touch employees involved within the defined area.
Develop and review reports detailing product status, direct labor utilization, efficiency, scrap, rework, and defect data.
Participate in the development and execution of plans to address unfavorable trends or variances.
Supports the implementation of new systems, procedures and work instructions, and special projects supporting manufacturing and customer service objectives.
Communicate with management (and/or customers) through development of briefing packages, EACs, and technical proposals, that reflect the current and future state of production for each program within assigned area.
Monitor inventory levels to proactively ensure there are no disruptions to product flow (support both direct and indirect material).
Coordinate daily, and as needed, with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure awareness of upcoming changes or needs in production schedules.
Develop standard operating procedures for all activities within the value stream to establish repeatable processes.
Develop a one team mindset and mentor and develop employees to help develop a high-performance organization and capacity for future leaders.
Develop and implement staffing and training plans for direct and indirect labor to maximize personnel safety, quality, efficiency, utilization, and productivity.
Coordinate with external stakeholders such as vendors and government agencies when necessary.
Maintain Safety, Health, and Environmental compliance relating to the production facility and assigned area.
Champion the continuous improvement effort for their value stream focusing on reducing cycle and lead times for their processes.

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.