Operations Manager

GS Precision Inc; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health, Dental andVision

Paid Holidays starting on Day ONE

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Company Paid Short-Term Disability

401 (k) Matching Retirement Plan

Employer Funded Health Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Generous Paid Time Off

Dependent Care Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Safety Shoe Allowance

Prescription Safety Glasses Program

Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd Sh

Job summary

G.S. Precision in Brattleboro, VT is seeking an Operations Manager to lead overall operations, drive efficiency, safety, and customer-focused performance across our Brattleboro Division - South Plant.

You will develop short- and long-term strategies, oversee production, inventory, and reporting while guiding a team of supervisors and staff through continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a strong manufacturing background, Lean expertise, and proven ability to lead, train, and motivate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 10+ years of experience preferred or GSP equivalent.
• Significant technical knowledge of manufacturing processes and product design.
• Ability to lead teams and manage projects.
• Analytical skills, problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-directed and with a sense of urgency.
• Understanding of Lean culture and willingness to drive it.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operations for efficiency and safety, ensuring regulatory requirements are met.
• Maintain and support production schedules through direct reports to meet internal goals and customer expectations.
• Manage production supervisors and staff, including staffing, training, development and coaching; develop operating procedures.
• Maintain internal customer service and quality products with a continuous improvement mindset to increase efficiency.
• Lead projects to improve the business, expand capacity and sales; develop business strategies and oversee budgets.
• Report and present the state of the business to executive leadership.
• Foster positive relationships and motivate staff across all levels of the organization.

Skills

Manufacturing process knowledge

Leadership and team management

Project management

Lean / continuous improvement

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Self-directed

Urgency and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 10+ years of experience preferred. OR GSP Equivalent

Job description

Description

G.S. Precision manufactures critical components for the Aerospace and Defense industries. With 700 employees across four integrated locations totaling 230,000 sq. ft., we draw on 60+ years of experience and cutting-edge technology to deliver consistent, high-quality results.

Our Mission & Values

To provide a proud, caring, and safe environment that allows our team to thrive in delivering value to our customers. We encourage creative thinking and problem solving. We grow our company through open communication, strong leadership, and continuous improvement that benefits our customers, employees, their families, and our communities.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted global partner in precision manufacturing and assembly of highly engineered mission critical products, recognized for our commitment to innovation, quality, and ability to enable our customers success.

Generate Sustained Profitability

We offer a competitive benefits package, which includes but not limited to:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Care Coverage (Starting the Next Full Month After Hire)
• Paid Holidays starting on Day ONE
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability
• 401 (k) Matching Retirement Plan
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Safety Shoe Allowance
• Prescription Safety Glasses Program
• Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd Shifts
• Bereavement Leave

Job Description

The Operations Manager is responsible for overall operations including processes, flow, personnel, inventory, and reporting within our Brattleboro Division - South Plant facility. The successful candidate is able to provide leadership and vision to the organization while developing short- and long-term strategies for the business.

Requirements

• Monitor operations for efficiency and safety, ensuring that all applicable regulatory requirements are met and followed.
• Maintains and supports production schedules through direct reports to meet internal goals as well as expectations of customers.
• Manages production supervisors and their staff. Responsible for staffing, managing, training/developing, and coaching. Manages performance and develops operating procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining internal customer service and quality product while maintaining a continuous improvement mindset to increase efficiency.
• Manages projects designed to improve the business and expand capacity and sales.
• Develops business strategies and oversees budget.
• Reports and presents state of the business to executive leadership.

Relationships and Roles

Maintains positive relationships with all levels of the organization

Maintains superior internal customer service

Leader in organization and motivator of staff

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 10+ years of experience preferred. OR GSP Equivalent
• Significant technical knowledge of manufacturing processes and product design
• Knowledge of healthy and safe working conditions
• Ability to lead teams and manage projects
• Analytical skills, problem solving and conflict resolution
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Self-directed
• Sense of urgency
• Ability to be a transformative leader
• Understanding of Lean culture and willingness to drive it

We are looking for people who are highly motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be a professional with strong work ethic and comfortable working as part of a team that includes all levels of the organization.

G.S. Precision is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and to be in compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.