Operations Manager

Ducommun, Inc.; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. in Orange, CA is seeking an Operations Manager to coordinate all manufacturing processes, drive lean initiatives, and work with functional leaders to meet customer requirements and profit targets.

The role focuses on process upgrades, quality compliance, budget management, and staff development within a matrix organization to deliver operating excellence.

Qualifications

• BA in Business or Operations preferred; MBA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing of aerospace/auto/electronic assembly.
• Experience working cross-functionally in a matrix environment.
• Proficient with MRP/ERP systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate manufacturing processes to meet forecasts and budgets.
• Provide direction on process upgrades and work instruction standards.
• Maintain quality to meet customer requirements.
• Plan material flow to improve on-time delivery.
• Drive lean and six sigma projects to improve margins.
• Develop department budgets and operate capital plans.
• Improve quality, cost, yield, productivity, safety, and delivery.
• Maintain relationships and drive continuous improvement.
• Review staffing and training; select operating methods and equipment.
• Lead and collaborate with functional leaders in a matrix environment.

Skills

Production flow

Lean tools

Team leadership

Interpersonal comms

Internal customers

DMAIC

Education

BA in Business or Operations

MBA

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Operations Manager

Individual will participate and provide tactical business processes to successfully manage the operations. The incumbent will proactively manage and direct all manufacturing operations and team with functional leaders to meet customer requirements and achieve and/or exceed profit plan and AOP targets.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Job Summary

• Coordinates all manufacturing processes to meet established plant forecast and budget goals and objectives.
• Provide direction on manufacturing process upgrades and establishes acceptable work instruction standards
• Maintains manufacturing quality standards to meet all customer requirements
• Plans with scheduling the flow of manufacturing material to ensure improved OTD
• Implements and drives lean and six sigma projects to improve business operations and improve overhead rates and operating margins
• Develop department capital and operating budgets
• Improves quality, cost, yield, productivity, safety, and delivery.
• Maintain employee relationships striving for continuous improvement
• Review and approve organizational structure, staffing and training of manufacturing personnel
• Selects and decides on operating methods, purchases and requirements of machinery and equipment.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Production line flow and operational acumen
• Lean manufacturing skills and tools
• Team leadership
• Interpersonal communications skills
• Internal customer relations/management skills
• DMAIC process skills

Required Experience and Education

• BA in Business or Operations degree is preferred, MBA preferred
• Minimum 5 years experience in manufacturing of electronic, mechanical and or Aerospace and Automotive assembly environment or related business
• Experience in working cross functionally with other functional leaders in a matrix environment
• Experience in Microsoft Office Products, Microsoft Project, Windows, Excel, Microsoft Project
• Proficient with MRP/ERP systems
• Resource Allocation
• Management Support
• Technical expertise in general manufacturing environment
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems
• High tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Leadership skills

Base Compensation: USD 102,000.00 - 130,000.00 Paid Salaried

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

1885 N. Batavia Street
Orange, California, 92865
United States