Manager, Operations Management

Job Title: Manager, Operations Management

Job Code: 33078

Job Location: Camden, AR

Job Schedule: 4/10 Mon – Thur Work Schedule: Employees work 10 hours per day, 4 days a week

Job Description:

Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company, is seeking a Manager, Operations to join our Camden, AR team. Responsible for directing the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply. Plans and administers procedures and budgets. Makes budgetary recommendations and at higher levels, controls capital expenditures and direct/indirect labor and is responsible for managing two or more of the following activities related to operations: manufacturing, production planning, manufacturing engineering, test, quality, or shipping/receiving/stores. Develops schedules and manpower requirements for assigned areas. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Essential Functions:

• Lead a team of 2-4 direct reports responsible for casting operations and final assembly of multiple regular production programs as well as emerging product lines.  


• Develop and implement strategies to meet cost, quality, delivery, customer satisfaction, EHS, and continuous improvement commitments


• Develop a world-class operations team through staffing, training, and talent management initiatives while serving as a role model for integrity and excellence


• Drive employee engagement through:

• Leader of standard work


• Factory Gemba walk process


• Quality improvements and zero-defect strategies


• Comprehensive, proactive safety initiatives


• 5S+1


• Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

• Maintain responsibility for succession planning, organizational and talent development


• Lead the organization in the development and implementation of operating philosophies and business strategies


• Develop, implement and sustain success metrics, incorporating best practices, and effectively communicating improvements


• Effectively manage behavior, performance, and key deliverables across a matrix organization

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Engineering, or similar field with 9 years' experience in manufacturing environment


• Graduate degree with 7 years' experience in an Operations function leadership role with in-depth knowledge and understanding of manufacturing methods, lean methodology, production planning, quality management systems


• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of experience in Operations leadership role

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Exceptional problem-solving skills


• Strong experience implementing a metric driven approach across all Operations functions


• Proven ability to identify performance issues and implement the necessary changes in a timely and effective manner


• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment


• An effective communicator at all levels of the organization


• Exceptional communication and presentation skills


• Demonstrated ability to build stable, effective teams and create followership

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance.  Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.  In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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