Manufacturing Operations Mgr

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Job Description - Manufacturing Operations Mgr. (338583)

Manufacturing Operations Mgr. (Job Number: 338583)

Who We Are

We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.

But our business is all about people – the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life.

We ve been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers  most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen.

We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.

Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are.

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We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

The Manager of Manufacturing Operations will manage assembly, fabrication and Transition-to-Production operations for the Sub-Assembly, Assembly and Final Assembly areas of manufacturing production (e.g. mechanical assembly, electro-mechanical assembly, composite material fabrication and bonding, wiring, light machining coordination, light painting).

• Manage and lead various product assembly efforts, while resolving the most complex issues involving the manufacturing process.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering teams to mature product for key test events or prototype activities.
• Manage product through all stages of assembly and test, through delivery to customer.
• Manage the aesthetic appearance, maintenance of, and flow of product through the respective manufacturing areas.
• Manage across boundaries to influence others.
• Exert influence in the development of overall objectives and long-range goals of their respective team.
• Organize day-to-day operations and prioritization within assigned work area.
• Responsible for defect reporting and interruptions to flow, with Root Cause and Corrective Action problem solving.
• Develop, plan, organize and assign the workflow of a department (s) and ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Develop subordinate lead personnel through delegation of duties, coaching, and mentorship.
• Represent assigned manufacturing areas at program operations meetings.
• Responsible for staffing of their team to meet program needs, and the assessment and development of skills and certifications to meet demand requirements.
• Interact with other managers and planners to support program priorities.
• Recommend and justify capital equipment and tooling expenses required to meet departmental and program needs.
• Perform administrative tasks including writing employee performance evaluations, analyzing training needs, and monitoring standard work practices in production.
• Assist with writing procedures, forecasts and manpower plans, while assessing planned vs. actual performance standards.
• Lead compliance and regulatory audits relevant to their work area.
• Practice Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts.

• This position is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• This position is subject to a variety of physical and atmospheric conditions.
• This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment if the…