Operations Leader — Lean Manufacturing & Quality

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Carson City, NV, seeks an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations in a fast-paced, high-mix environment.

You will drive Lean, TOC, and Six Sigma initiatives while ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and cost control. The role collaborates with Engineering, Quality, HR, and IS to deliver results, hire and develop talent, manage budgets, and optimize production schedules.

Qualifications

• Successful experience in related production operations management.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, relentlessly execute, and deliver results in conformance with action plans.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and adapt to changing situations and priorities easily.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely manufacture a quality product while meeting customer specs and delivery commitments.
• Ensure adherence to process control procedures, operating instructions, and quality control instructions.
• Formulate long- and short-range strategies for continuous improvements across plant functions.
• Control quality, delivery, cost of production, WIP levels, and monitor production through planning.
• Recommend and purchase new equipment for expansion, efficiency, cost reductions, and quality improvement.
• Provide input on design and installation of equipment for new manufacturing processes.
• Ensure EHS rules are followed by every employee in the departments.
• Manage operational metrics, including TOC, variable cost, and productivity targets.
• Lead plant teams, including hiring, performance evaluations, and talent development.
• Maintain and enhance a team environment and motivate the production workforce.
• Establish and execute annual operating budgets for departments and meet the budget.
• Oversee manufacturing plans and maintain production schedules.
• Control costs of manufacturing, WIP inventory, and throughput.
• Oversee allocation of material, manpower, and equipment resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

MS or MBA desirable

Six Sigma Certification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Carson City, NV, seeks an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations in a fast-paced, high-mix environment.

You will drive Lean, TOC, and Six Sigma initiatives while ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and cost control. The role collaborates with Engineering, Quality, HR, and IS to deliver results, hire and develop talent, manage budgets, and optimize production schedules.