Senior Operations Manager

DY4 Curtiss-Wright DS, Inc.; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug coverage

Dental benefits

Life and disability insurance

401k retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions in Massachusetts seeks a Senior Manager, Operations to lead all production, quality, and supply chain functions across the site in Tewksbury. You will partner with the GM, Director, and Engineering to develop and execute the production strategy and ensure on-time delivery of complex defense electronics.

The role demands at least 10 years in manufacturing operations, strong leadership, and track record in cost and schedule management, continuous improvement (Six

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible manufacturing operations experience.
• Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement.
• Experience with continuous improvement techniques (Six Sigma, Kaizen, LEAN) strongly desired.
• Prior manufacturing experience of defense related electronics is strongly desired.
• Proven team leadership skills, including the ability to grow, motivate, and educate staff.
• Proven experience acting as a liaison between multiple disciplines to solve complex problems with limited resources in a timely manner.
• Proven experience driving continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities.
• Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigation activities.
• Experience using or supporting a Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP) system.
• Experience with SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage assembly and test, supply chain, and quality activities.
• Serve as primary liaison to program management for development and execution of the production strategy.
• Develop and drive production action plans to meet productivity, quality, and stakeholder goals.
• Prepare and review manufacturing Basis of Estimate; create master production schedules.
• Coordinate material planning and production scheduling through delivery.
• Archive and maintain production build and quality records for each product shipped.
• Collaborate with Operations and development engineering on problem resolution.
• Translate customer requirements into operations strategies to improve cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with supply chain on supplier qualification and non-conformance resolution.
• Provide regular reports to Senior Leadership including scheduling and forecasts.
• Coach and develop frontline managers; grow staff for increased responsibility.
• Lead a team of 16; onboarding and ongoing training.
• Drive continuous improvement and mitigate risks.
• Ensure outbound logistics comply with regulatory oversight.

Skills

Manufacturing ops experience

Cost/schedule leadership

Process improvement

Six Sigma/Kaizen/LEAN

Defense electronics

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

MRP system familiarity

SAP experience

Finance reporting familiarity

Tools

MRP system

SAP

Finance reporting familiarity

Job description

Senior Manager, Operations

This position is an experienced operations leader who must be able to drive TCG’s operations strategy by managing all aspects of our business and production operations. This includes overseeing and leading the production of all TCG products, production quality control, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and field service operations functions. In this role, you will be ultimately responsible for the smooth operation of all production lines and quality of output. As our Senior Manager, Operations, you will work closely with our leadership team, including our General Manager, Director, Program Management, Manager, Engineering, and others.

Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions is a force multiplier that enables Aerospace and Defense programs to integrate and deploy next-generation technology faster, reducing program and integration risk through deep subsystem expertise and open architectures, while delivering capability that is ready now and built to perform for decades. Curtiss-Wright invests in the development, recruitment, and retention of critical skills as part of its model for business success.

We offer a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefits package including medical and prescription drug coverage, dental benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacation/holidays.

Salary Range: $144,100 - $208,100 USD per year plus bonus

Location: Tewksbury, MA

Your Challenge:

• Oversee and manage assembly and test, supply chain, and quality activities
• Serve as primary liaison to program management for development and execution of the production strategy
• Develop and drive production action plans and resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction goals and objectives
• Prepare and review all manufacturing Basis of Estimate justifications, create master production schedules, and coordinate material planning and production scheduling to include all aspects of producing product through delivery
• Responsible for ensuring archiving and maintenance of all production build and quality records for each product shipped
• Work closely and collaboratively with the Operations team, including development engineering, on problem identification and resolution
• Translate customer requirements into operations strategies and processes designed to improve cost-effectiveness and profitability
• Coordinate with supply chain on supplier qualification and supplier material non-conformance resolution
• Provide regular reports to Senior Leadership team including scheduling, forecasts, and more
• Provide direction, coaching, and day-to-day leadership to frontline managers and other production personnel; grow, develop, and guide high potential staff members for increased responsibility
• Serve as functional manager to a team of 16 employees; responsible for new staff introductory training and ongoing training for all staff as appropriate
• Drive continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities
• Ensure all outbound logistical transitions comply with appropriate regulatory oversight agency
• Maintain compliance status with regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Your Expertise:

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible manufacturing operations experience
• Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement
• Experience with continuous improvement techniques (Six Sigma, Kaizen, LEAN) strongly desired
• Prior manufacturing experience of defense related electronics is strongly desired
• Proven team leadership skills, including the ability to grow, motivate, and educate staff
• Proven experience acting as a liaison between multiple disciplines to solve complex problems with limited resources in a timely manner
• Proven experience driving continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities
• Proposal creation and labor estimating experience
• Experience working diverse contract types, including CPFF, CPIF, FFP, etc. strongly desired
• Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigation activities
• Experience using or supporting a Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP) system
• Experience with SAP is preferred
• Familiarity with finance reporting is preferred
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to multi-task in a small team environment
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and quality orientation is a must
• Must be able to communicate and coordinate effectively with other departments including purchasing, engineering, field service operations, and administration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines
• This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening
• In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

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This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees

Opportunity:

As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work:

The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment:

The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.