Director of Operations; Weekend Day Shift

Director of Operations (Weekend Day Shift)

• Pay or shift range: $130,000 USD to $190,000 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family‑owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for a Director of Operations on the weekend shift to join our growing team.

Off-Shift Differential of $12,000 Annually Applies for Weekend Shift.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position is located on-site in Hamilton and Sedro Woolley, Washington State.

The Director of Operations oversees and manages daily production processes encompassing the fabrication, finishing, and assembly of composite and metal parts and tooling. This role requires exceptional leadership and communication skills to effectively coordinate across diverse organizational boundaries and disciplines. The Director is instrumental in driving productivity, maintaining stringent quality standards, and fostering teamwork and collaboration to achieve organizational goals.

The following essential job functions are performed as a Director of Operations
:

• Directly responsible for the daily function and safe operations of manufacturing cells and supervision of cell managers.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes to provide a consistent flow of deliverables.
• Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow for optimal use of resources.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Maintains heightened awareness of schedule for every project moving through the value stream to meet key project milestones.
• Interprets a broad range of engineering specifications including drawings, sketches, and written requirements.
• Interviews, hires and trains next tier of technicians and leads to complete assigned work.
• Works with project managers to identify and mitigate risk in the production process.
• Determines product specifications and arranges for purchase of equipment, or non‑standard materials, and monitors availability and delivery times with respect to production schedule.
• Recommends and administers policies and procedures to enhance manufacturing and support operations.
• Reviews weekly and monthly project status reports and evaluates that schedules or plans will meet customer timelines.
• Supports and enforces published company policies.
• Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines.
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Composite/Material Sciences, Industrial Design Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 5–10 years of management experience in aerospace composites or a related field.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP compliance standards, as well as key composite field concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD software; experience with CATIA is a plus.
• Operational Expertise: Experience managing workflows through machine centers is preferred.
• Skills: Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teambuilding skills, combined with a high degree of creativity and initiative.
• Language: Effective verbal and…