Operations Supervisor

Precision Castparts Corp.; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee safe, efficient manufacturing at our Groton location. You will lead multiple functions, drive quality, cost control and on-time delivery while coordinating labor and equipment to meet targets.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in operations and 5–7 years of supervisory manufacturing experience, with strong lean, budgeting, and ERP/Excel capabilities. Relocation is authorized for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations or related field.
• 5 to 7 years of progressive manufacturing/supervisory experience.
• Knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of budgeting process and financial management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and adapt to changing situations.
• ERP system knowledge and advanced Excel knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe manufacture of products while adhering to safety policies and compliance.
• Provide leadership for development and implementation of systems to improve quality, cost and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate production to meet schedules and customer requirements.
• Develop, train, coach and involve employees to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, safety and morale.
• Conduct formal performance appraisals and manage pay increases with a pay-for-performance culture.
• Work with HR to source, evaluate and hire qualified candidates.
• Ensure adherence to process control procedures and quality instructions.
• Manage activities to maximize productivity and minimize cost while meeting safety/throughput targets.
• Plan daily/weekly labor, equipment and supply needs to meet throughput targets.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

People leadership

Budgeting & finance

Prioritization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations or related field

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Job description

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for the safe manufacture of company products which may represent a broad diversity of manufacturing processes. Accountable for running an operation in a safe, timely, quality, cost efficient, and productive manner. Achieve department measurements on a daily, weekly, monthly and annual basis. Individual may supervise multiple functions and/or shifts typically through shift/department leads. This position will be responsible for the Manufacturing Supervisor at our Groton location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the safe manufacture of products while adhering to all company safety policies and governmental compliance requirements. Ensure that good housekeeping practices are consistently followed.
• Provide the leadership for development and implementation of effective systems for improving internal and external quality, cost improvements, and on-time delivery to customer requirements.
• Coordinate production with required schedules to meet customer requirements. Control flow of product, materials and utilization of labor throughout department(s).
• Develop, train, coach, and involve employees in maintaining and improving departmental efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, cooperation and morale.
• Conduct formal performance appraisals and recommend pay increases while emphasizing a “pay for performance” culture.
• Work with Human Resources to source, evaluate and hire the best qualified candidates.
• Responsible for adherence to process control procedures, operating instructions, and all quality control instructions.
• Manage, direct and coordinate all activities related to the area to maximize productivity and minimize cost while achieving safety, quality and throughput targets.
• Review and plan for daily/weekly quarterly labor, equipment, and supply requirements to achieve the departmental throughput while meeting and exceeding productivity targets.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations or related field.
• 5 to 7 years of progressive manufacturing/supervisory experience.
• Knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of budgeting process and financial management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities.
• Requires that the incumbent be highly organized, self-motivated and one who can work independently, as well as work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• ERP system knowledge as well as advanced Excel knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, execute, and deliver results in conformance with targets.

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. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

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.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

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.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.