Sr Manager, Continuous Imp

General Dynamics Corporation; Arkansas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Corporation in Hampton, AR is seeking a Sr Manager for Continuous Improvement to lead initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency and quality within the organization. This role requires managing a team and developing process changes to reduce waste, improve productivity, and increase customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's Degree, significant experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, alongside demonstrated leadership skills. Join us for a chance to make impactful contributions in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience.
• Must have 7-8 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team focused on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track progress against established goals.
• Lead and direct personnel actions with HR involvement.
• Collaborate with leadership to improve processes.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Leadership Skills

Problem management

Project management skills

Education

Associate's Degree and 7-8 years' experience

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Sr Manager, Continuous Imp

US-AR-Hampton

Job ID: 2026-36163

Type: Full Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Manufacturing Engineering

Camden, AR

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting‑edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Manages professional employees and/or supervisors
• Must have at least one professional expert or one supervisor as a direct report
• Has accountability for the performance and results of a team within own area of specialty
• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges
• Decisions and problem solving are guided by policies, procedures and department plan; receives guidance from manager
• Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with functional leadership to identify and select processes or projects for inclusion in the organization’s continuous improvement initiative.
• Manages the work of a team that evaluates existing processes and identifies opportunities for quality or efficiency improvement.
• Develops and monitors the implementation of process changes meant to result in cost or waste reduction, productivity improvement, customer satisfaction, and profitability increases.
• Tracks progress against established goals.
• Recommends changes that may impact floor layout, material flow, or machinery selection and use.
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has some responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 7-8 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor’s Degree
• Discipline/Major: Business, Engineering, Operations or related field preferred
• Additional certifications: Lean, Six Sigma, or related certification preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Leadership Skills. Problem management. Judgement. Detail oriented. Attentiveness. Project management skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at‑will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, weapons, lightweight tactical vehicles, missile components and armament systems around the world.