Director, Operations at Ametek, Inc.

Ametek, Inc.

SUMMARY:

Directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of manufacturing operations. Responsible for the overall surveillance and success of assigned functions. Supervisory responsibility for Assembly & Test, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Control, Supply Chain Management, and Quality Assurance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES include the following:

• • Develop and implement policies & procedures that utilize LEAN Principles to support all aspects of Manufacturing Operations, including the sub-elements of Supply Chain Management, Quality Assurance, Assembly/Test, and Production Program Management.
  • Plan and achieve company revenue and profit goals.
  • Lead the preparation of the annual budget and strategic plan for Operations.
  • Support company objectives for cost containment, including low-cost manufacturing/sourcing.
  • Mentor and develop personnel responsible for Manufacturing Operations.
  • Track and report KPI’s to the Executive Management Team.
  • Provide timely contract review to ensure that Company Objectives are achieved. This will include review and approval of Price Proposals and Customer Purchase Orders prior to acceptance.
  • Ensure the effective use of the ERP system throughout the Manufacturing organization.
  • Maintain a safe working environment and support compliance with regulatory requirements for environmental safety and health.

Education and Experience:Ed

• • Proven record of success as a “hands-on” operations management leader with at least five years experience in a smilar role with history of progressively responsible career advancement.
  • Experience in medium volume/high mix production environment, preferably in the military or aerospace industry.
  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline. Formal education and/or experience in Operations/Industrial Management.
  • Relevant experiece utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Oracle ERP experience a plus.
  • 3–5 years experience in LEAN Principles preferred, LEAN/Six Sigma certification a plus.
  • Experience in leading and developing personnel

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• • Strong oral and written communications skills. Ability to maintain focus and professionalism in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Demonstrate effective communication skills with team members, company management, and customers.
  • Requires knowledge of basic mathematics and analysis techniques as applied to manufacturing.
  • Requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail with ability to organize and synthesize data into meaningful, actionable information.
  • Requires ability to effectively read and interpret documentation, i.e., drawings, specifications, contracts, agreements, government notices, company operating procedures, etc.
  • Application of LEAN Manufacturing Principles to identify and eliminate waste from business processes in order to improve quality, cost and delivery.
  • Knowledge of modern manufacturing processes used in the Aerospace Industries is preferred.
  • Experience with Government Regulations and ISO-9000/AS-9100 Quality Management Systems.
  • Soft Skills: Empathy, Honesty, Teamwork, Leadership, Coaching, Creativity and Problem Solving.
  • Strong communication skills sufficient to effectively build a team and influence/motivate others.
  • Strong Computer Skills.

License, Certification, or Preferred Qualifications:

• • Technical background in aerospace design engineering, manufacturing, or repairs/maintenance.
  • Business degree or certification.
  • LEAN/Six-Sigma certification.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• • Requires the ability to access all areas of the facility.
  • Infrequent need to lift light loads (up to 25 lbs.).

Tools Used:

• Personal computer and software (ERP, MS Office Suite).

SUMMARY:

Directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of manufacturing operations. Responsible for the overall surveillance and success of assigned functions. Supervisory responsibility for Assembly & Test, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Control, Supply Chain Management, and Quality Assurance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES include the following:

• • Develop and implement policies & procedures that utilize LEAN Principles to support all aspects of Manufacturing Operations, including the sub-elements of Supply Chain Management, Quality Assurance, Assembly/Test, and Production Program Management.
  • Plan and achieve company revenue and profit goals.
  • Lead the preparation of the annual budget and strategic plan for Operations.
  • Support company objectives for cost containment, including low-cost manufacturing/sourcing.
  • Mentor and develop personnel responsible for Manufacturing Operations.
  • Track and report KPI’s to the Executive Management Team.
  • Provide timely contract review to ensure that Company Objectives are achieved. This will include review and approval of Price Proposals and Customer Purchase Orders prior to acceptance.
  • Ensure the effective use of the ERP system throughout the Manufacturing organization.
  • Maintain a safe working environment and support compliance with regulatory requirements for environmental safety and health.

Education and Experience:

• • Proven record of success as a “hands-on” operations management leader with at least five years experience in a smilar role with history of progressively responsible career advancement.
  • Experience in medium volume/high mix production environment, preferably in the military or aerospace industry.
  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline. Formal education and/or experience in Operations/Industrial Management.
  • Relevant experiece utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Oracle ERP experience a plus.
  • 3–5 years experience in LEAN Principles preferred, LEAN/Six Sigma certification a plus.
  • Experience in leading and developing personnel

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• • Strong oral and written communications skills. Ability to maintain focus and professionalism in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Demonstrate effective communication skills with team members, company management, and customers.
  • Requires knowledge of basic mathematics and analysis techniques as applied to manufacturing.
  • Requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail with ability to organize and synthesize data into meaningful, actionable information.
  • Requires ability to effectively read and interpret documentation, i.e., drawings, specifications, contracts, agreements, government notices, company operating procedures, etc.
  • Application of LEAN Manufacturing Principles to identify and eliminate waste from business processes in order to improve quality, cost and delivery.
  • Knowledge of modern manufacturing processes used in the Aerospace Industries is preferred.
  • Experience with Government Regulations and ISO-9000/AS-9100 Quality Management Systems.
  • Soft Skills: Empathy, Honesty, Teamwork, Leadership, Coaching, Creativity and Problem Solving.
  • Strong communication skills sufficient to effectively build a team and influence/motivate others.
  • Strong Computer Skills.

License, Certification, or Preferred Qualifications:

• • Technical background in aerospace design engineering, manufacturing, or repairs/maintenance.
  • Business degree or certification.
  • LEAN/Six-Sigma certification.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• • Requires the ability to access all areas of the facility.
  • Infrequent need to lift light loads (up to 25 lbs.).

Tools Used:

• Personal computer and software (ERP, MS Office Suite).