Operations Manager

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

Position Summary

The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing, directing, and coordinating manufacturing operations for the Carson City facility. This facility operates in a fast-paced, high-volume, and high-mix manufacturing environment. The manager must ensure the achievement of production requirements, quality and reliability standards, and on-time delivery at the lowest cost. These objectives will be achieved by collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Human Resources, and Information Systems, and by motivating the production workforce. The role is responsible for delivering results through Lean Manufacturing techniques, 6S, TOC, Six Sigma, and problem-solving.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for safely manufacturing a quality product while meeting customer specifications and delivery commitments.
• Ensure adherence to process control procedures, operating instructions, and all quality control instructions.
• Formulate long- and short-range strategies for continuous improvements across all plant manufacturing functions.
• Control quality, delivery, cost of production, work-in-process levels, and monitor production through planning.
• Recommend and purchase new equipment for expansion, efficiency, cost reductions, and quality improvement.
• Provide input on the design and installation of equipment for new manufacturing processes.
• Ensure EHS rules are always followed by every employee in the departments.
• Manage operational metrics, including TOC, variable cost, and productivity targets on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• 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, work-in-process inventory, and throughput.
• Oversee allocation of material, manpower, and equipment resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• 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.

Desired Skills

• Highly organized, self-motivated individual who can effectively lead a collaborative team environment.
• Strategic vision for new and future technology to support manufacturing and operational excellence.
• Preferred background and experience with 6S implementation, engineering, and management.
• Proven ability to work hands-on with the team to achieve objectives.
• Strong data analytics and Excel skills.

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree required; preferably in Industrial, Mechanical, or a related engineering field, or 10+ years experience in manufacturing setting.
• MS or MBA degree is desirable.
• Prefer 7+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• Extensive training in manufacturing processes.
• Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma Certification.

Physical Demands

• Mobility: Ability to move around the production floor frequently, including standing, walking, bending, and climbing stairs or ladders as needed throughout the shift.
• Lifting: Frequently required to lift and move objects up to 35 pounds, such as equipment, tools, or materials.
• Dexterity: Requires manual dexterity for handling tools, equipment, or machines and performing routine inspections and adjustments.
• Visual and Hearing Requirements: Must have good vision (with or without correction) for reading documents, monitors, and inspecting products, as well as good hearing for communication in a noisy environment.
• Endurance: Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and work in various conditions, including exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and temperature variations. Weekends and longer working hours may be required.
• Safety Awareness: Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, and other necessary gear depending on the area of the production floor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

PCC is a global company; Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.