Director of Operations

2 weeks ago

Black Mountain, United States Kearfott Full time

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence, and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, and flexible work options for most positions.

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a 'full service' provider.

For more information visit our website at www.kearfott.com

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Position Description:

The Director of Operations is responsible for leading all manufacturing operations function for Kearfott Corporation, Motion Systems Division (MSD). This includes Materials Management, Machine Shop Production, Final Assembly and Test, Maintenance, and Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S). The Operations Director is required to be a leader/mentor who leverages their knowledge/experience to develop an operations department that is prepared for double digit growth. The Director of Operations must also be a Lean Manufacturing change agent to drive lean throughout the organization.

Responsibilities:
  • Management of Operations team (Machine Shop, Production, Purchasing/Planning, Maintenance, & EH&S) to meet key customer and business performance metrics.
  • Setting and achieving goals and metrics for areas of responsibility in support of overall MSD business goals.
  • Providing leadership to ensure on time delivery that meet customer requirements and expectations for quality and performance.
  • As a member of the Division Staff, ensure continuity across functional areas, support divisional initiatives, and provide regular information and guidance regarding shipments, plant efficiency, and improvements.
  • Lead the organization in the development of manufacturing standards, methods, metrics, and processes to continuously improve consistency and delivery.
  • Support and contribute to Root Cause/Corrective action initiatives, the Six Sigma Council, Green and Yellow Belt programs, 5S, Lean, and other manufacturing programs.
  • Provide leadership and coaching to all Operations associates to ensure understanding and attainment of performance objectives.
  • Lead, analyze, design, and improve processes by enlisting and influencing teams focused on reducing waste, inventory, and lead times.
  • Foster a continuous improvement lean manufacturing culture assuring buy-in and ownership at all levels of the organization.
  • Identify and implement best practices across the site.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, especially those pertaining to safety. Must take an active role in safety awareness and accident prevention.
  • Lead talent management process for operations - develop a plan to cross-train technicians for multiple processes.

Critical Competencies:

  • Strong understanding of operations functions - Material Management, Assembly and Test, Machining, and Planning.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Ability to think on your feet and make quick decisions throughout the day.
  • Ability to prioritize work and communicate the priorities clearly.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of how Enterprise Requirement Planning (ERP) and/or Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP) function and be able to create efficient process that leverage these systems.
  • Sense of urgency to meet customer quality and delivery requirements.
  • Aerospace and Defense manufacturing experience.
  • Ability to attract and retain talent.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum Bachelor's degree in associated discipline, advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum 12 years' experience in manufacturing environment, preferably military/aerospace, and commercial aircraft.
  • Consistent history of increased responsibility and achievement in production or manufacturing
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop direct reports
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
  • Proven ability to work as a collaborative member of a site leadership team both in the development of strategies that benefit the business and in the deployment of tactics that align and engage the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.

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