Operations Manager - Machining Services

Mdaturbines; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) program with company match

Flexible paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee Machining Services, manage projects and project managers/engineers, and ensure timely execution at the STL facility. The role requires strong supervisory leadership, experience in machining, and the ability to coordinate with multiple divisions.

Ideal candidates will have a background in manufacturing, strong communication skills, and the willingness to travel for pre-job meetings and on-site requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate degree in relatable field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of machining experience in similar industries.
• Minimum of 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, CAD, and SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Support review and input needs of customer requested scopes of work.
• Assist with all training programs and keep all records current.
• Create Shop/On-Site job schedules and manage in-shop/on-site crews.
• Review/Correct and issue all job reports to customers.
• Manage in-shop and on-site project schedules with PM/PE assistance.
• Coordinate Machining Services needs with other divisions within the STL facility.
• Manage emails, letters, packages, phone calls and other forms of correspondence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

CAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Financial skills

Education

Associate degree in related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC, a world-class supplier of power generation services, parts, and repairs, has an immediate opening for a qualified individual who has a desire to join a growing organization and an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work.

MD&A's Repairs Division is seeking a highly skilled Operations Manager to manage projects and project managers/engineers within the operational scope for the Machining Services (MS) division at Mechanical Dynamics & Analysis (MD&A).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support review and input needs of customer requested scopes of work
• Assist with all training programs and keep all records current
• Assist in pre job meeting that will require travel to site
• Create Shop/On-Site job schedules
• Review/Correct and issue all job reports to customers
• Assign in shop and on-site crews to perform awarded work scopes
• Perform performance reviews for each assigned PM/PE and technicians on a regularly assigned basis
• Schedule/support any type of customer job requirements (i.e. drug testing and on-site training)
• Assist assigned PM/PE and technicians with all pre-job requirements
• Manage in-shop and on-site project schedules with PM/PE assistance
• Manage / coordinate Machining Services needs with other divisions within our STL facility
• Manage emails, letters, packages, phone calls and other forms of correspondence
• Support customer presentations and organized customer activities
• Create and update databases and records, personnel and other data
• Manage and support all Machining Services procedures as well as the creation of new ones
• Support EWA’s in-shop and on-site to make sure we meet committed timeframes
• Assist colleagues whenever there is an opportunity to do so
• Support / assist with soliciting new employees to help grow the business as well as their continued training needs

Requirements

• Meet all required background checks, pre-employment drug screening, and any other applicable pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
• Minimum of Associates degree in relatable field, Bachelors greatly preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years of Machining experience in similar industries.
• Minimum of 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Proficient with industry’s software and computer skills, i.e., Microsoft suite, CAD, SolidWorks.
• Strong industry business and financial skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Available to work operational hours of the position, to include but not limited to days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility to travel when required.

Benefits

• Health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision (with employer contribution)
• Savings options: HSA/FSA programs available
• Protection: Company-paid life insurance + disability coverage
• Time off: Flexible paid time off + paid holidays
• Retirement: 401(k) program with company match opportunity
• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + ID theft protection
• Wellness & safety perks: On-site ART (Active Release Techniques) sessions; annual PPE reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and steel-toed boots
• Advancement: Growth paths and internal advancement opportunities for eligible employees, based on performance and business need
• Recognition: Seasonal company sponsored events for employees to recognize their contributions to the success of MD&A
• Industry stability: Essential power generation work with long‑term demand