Director of Manufacturing
1 month ago
Worker Type
Regular
**Job Description**:
Summary
Objectives of this role
- Collaborate with senior managers in the development of performance goals and long-term operational plans
- Maximize efficiency and productivity through extensive process analysis and interdepartmental collaboration
- Set strategic goals for operational efficiency and increased productivity
- Work with project managers in the development of financial and budgetary plans
- Work with program managers to ensure visibility of progress and meet OTD, Quality, and Sales commitments for each program and/or contract
- Analyze current operational processes and performance, recommending solutions for improvement where necessary
Position Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor day-to-day operations systems and processes to provide visibility into the goals, progress, and obstacles of key initiatives and production performance
- Operational Leadership: Provide strategic direction, execution and leadership to the manufacturing, production control, and quality teams, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals and objectives for OTD and FPY.
- Develop and implement production schedules and plans, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency and productivity while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality in manufacturing.
- Plan, monitor, and analyze key metrics for day-to-day operations to ensure efficient and timely completions of tasks
- Devise strategies and implement process improvements to maximize output and minimize cost while adhering to quality and regulatory standards
- Adhere to AeroVironment company policies and standards, and ensure that the laws and regulations are being followed
- Work closely with People & Culture to lead the team with integrity and to establish and maintain a trusting, inclusive, and productive environment
- Identify operational risks and develop strategies to mitigate them
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior management, program managers, and engineering teams, to ensure operational alignment with organizational objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal partners, to support operational excellence and achieve business objectives.
- Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in operations management, preferably in the aerospace defense industry.
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles and Problem-Solving best practices.
- Experience in New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI) best practices
- Strong organizational skill, backed by previous professional success.
- Strong knowledge of aerospace defense or related manufacturing and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated experience in driving operational excellence and process improvement initiatives.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional teams.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of making data-driven decisions.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
- Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
- Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
- Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision
- Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change
- Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships
- Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity
Physical Demands
- Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
- Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
The salary range for this role is:
$148,891 - $211,365
ITAR Requirement:
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:
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Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at th
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