Senior Manufacturing & Operations Leader

Cessna Aircraft Company; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. seeks a Director of Operations to lead and optimize global GSE manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will drive strategic initiatives, improve safety, quality, and delivery performance, and manage CapEx planning and cross-functional partnerships. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10+ years in manufacturing or operations management, with ERP/SAP and Lean manufacturing expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain, operations management, or related field.
• 10+ years of manufacturing or operations management experience.
• ERP systems experience with SAP and inventory management.
• Lean manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead Operations strategy and align priorities with business objectives.
• Direct end-to-end GSE manufacturing operations with accountability for safety, quality, production, labor productivity, inventory, and cost.
• Develop and implement strategic operational initiatives to improve efficiency and capacity, drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements, and support profitable growth.
• Execute Capital Expenditure and Long-Range Planning for manufacturing operations and new product introductions.
• Support modernization through advanced technologies, process improvements, and best practices.
• Champion safety, compliance, and risk mitigation across operations and manufacturing.
• Manage budgeting, cost control, resource planning, and continuous improvement to deliver cost savings.
• Lead vendor and contract management to ensure performance and value in key service agreements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic business initiatives and organizational growth.
• Foster talent development through performance management, engagement, training, and onboarding.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Inventory Management System

Job description

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. seeks a Director of Operations to lead and optimize global GSE manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will drive strategic initiatives, improve safety, quality, and delivery performance, and manage CapEx planning and cross-functional partnerships. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10+ years in manufacturing or operations management, with ERP/SAP and Lean manufacturing expertise.