General Manager

Precision Aviation Group; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Precision Aviation Group is seeking a General Manager to oversee the Camarillo, CA MRO operations, ensuring on-time maintenance, safety, quality and cost control. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and partner with sales, supply chain and quality to meet company goals.

The role requires a strong aviation operations background with ten years in management, FAA/compliance awareness, and a track record of improving facility performance and team development.

Qualifications

• Ten years in aviation operations or MRO management.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving efficiencies.
• Knowledge of FAA and military/contractor compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily operations of the facility and MRO processes.
• Lead managers to meet daily/weekly/monthly targets and maintain safety, quality, and cost controls.
• Collaborate with sales, supply chain, and quality to meet company goals.
• Develop budgets, implement facility improvements, and manage capital planning.
• Recruit, train, and develop facility staff to meet current and future needs.

Skills

People management

Operations management

Budget management

Safety/compliance oversight

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical/aviation training preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

JOB PURPOSE

The General Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the growth and profitability of PAG companies by facilitating various operational activities, managing internal teams and external partners. This position is responsible for overseeing all the daily operations of the assigned facility, leading a team to ensure all Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) occurs on schedule, while maintaining exceptional quality, containing labor and inventory costs and availability. They will review and improve the facility effectiveness by developing processes, overseeing employees and establishing a highly motivated work environment. This role involves working with other PAG leaders and our partners to develop and implement key initiatives to align with the company's strategic objectives.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions:

• Communicate and uphold PAG’s mission, vision, and values with employees.
• Own all aspects of the operation and work with your team to ensure that daily, weekly and monthly targets are met, and ALL areas are clean, orderly, safe and ready for operation.
• Direct and assign managers/supervisors to ensure efficient daily operations of the MRO process.
• Manage the oversight of company safety requirements, operations, costs, and quality control of the assigned facility. This includes, but is not limited to, production planning and reporting, facility performance, labor management, balancing inputs, throughput & demand, and facilities maintenance.
• Work collaboratively with a US and Internationally based sales force to assure sales are met.
• Work collaboratively with Supply Chain to assure parts are available and vendor services are efficiently supporting operations.
• Work collaboratively with Quality team to assure optimal quality in accordance with FAA, US Military and international requirements.
• Oversee large projects and develop / interpret performance reports
• Development and adhere to budgets that support the current and forecast activity.
• Implement changes to facility operations, manufacturing methods, facility layouts, capital equipment, and procedures to ensure corporate goals and customer expectations are met.
• Analyze, recommend, and justify the purchase of capital equipment to support the company’s strategic direction and changing technology needs.
• Oversee the overall recruitment and selection of employees in coordination with Human Resources and the facility management team.
• Oversee training and development of employees to meet current and future needs.
• Work with management team to develop present and future job responsibilities and performance expectations.

Marginal Job Functions:

• Knowledge of general office clerical procedures.
• Strong computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to regularly exercise sound judgement.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Will participate in and support safety initiatives, safe work practices and compliance.
• Will participate in safety activities including the following: immediately reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents/injuries.
• Will follow all safety rules, FAA regulations, PPE compliance and equipment operation requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands: Requires sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Requires frequent walking, bending, and reaching to shoulder level. Requires occasional squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 20 pounds. Requires repetitive hand movement. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Equipment Operated: Ability to operate office machines and equipment and troubleshoot problems with equipment.

Work Location: On site at the Camarillo, CA location.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to develop and implement safety standards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Knowledge of and ability to develop and implement quality standards, procedures, specifications, and corrective actions.
• Ability to effectively manage the selection, assessment, training and development, work direction, coaching and quality of life of the assigned facilities staff.
• Ability to evaluate employee performance against established standards, recognizing employee strengths and developmental needs, and determine appropriate compensation adjustments.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively apply management practices to motivate staff, deal with difficult employee issues, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively communicate, in verbal and written form, with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of and ability to manage Aerospace MRO production, service and quality processes.
• Ability to manage multiple calendar, cost and quality driven priorities.
• Knowledge of and ability to develop and manage a budget
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, and communicate technical information, including drawings and specifications.

Education/Training: High School diploma or equivalent required. Post-secondary education, technical school or multiple years’ experience preferred.

Experience: This position requires a strong background in management in an aviation, MRO or aviation production facility of a similar size, preferably of at least ten years, with at least five years in management.

Compensation: $180k-$205k annual base salary, plus eligibility for performance- based incentive compensation. Base salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

We offer competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. Full-time associates are eligible for health benefits starting the first of the month after 30 days of employment. Our benefits include four medical plans, two dental plans, vision coverage, company-paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, flex spending accounts, and telemedicine services. In addition, you'll enjoy vacation and PTO time accrued with each pay cycle, with a vacation carryover/payout option at year-end, 9 paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company match contributions.

EOE/Vets/Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer

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