Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Ultra Electronics, ICE is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to oversee daily manufacturing, inventory, and repair operations, delivering high-quality, traceable products that meet stringent standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily supply, manufacturing, and FAA repair station operations, ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO9000, FAA, and OSHA standards.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and optimize workflows.
• Implement and maintain policies for quality, safety, and performance.
• Coordinate production planning, inventory, and resources using ERP and MRP systems.
• Monitor and analyze data to identify trends, resolve issues, and improve KPIs for production, quality, and delivery, aligning with aerospace standards.
• Provide performance reports and operational data to the General Manager, supporting budget and forecast goals.
• Collaborate with engineering to align manufacturing with design goals.
• Work with customer accounts to meet expectations and enhance satisfaction.
• Build and lead a strong operations team, promoting accountability and professional growth.
• Align manufacturing with design goals through collaboration with engineering and leadership.
• Collaborate with finance to plan equipment investments, craft budgets, and project costs.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in operations management or supervisory roles.
• Proven success managing teams of 15 or more in a hands-on role.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9000 quality systems, with focus on traceability.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing and process improvement.
• Solid understanding of OSHA safety regulations and manufacturing practices.
• Experience with ERP and MRP systems for production and materials management.
• Ability to analyze data and report performance against operational goals.
• Working knowledge of electrical theory for PCB work, box builds, and environmental testing.
• Effective communicator, capable of collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment with a proactive approach.

Ultra PCS, located in Manhattan, KS, is a leader in commercial and military aircraft aerospace systems & components. With a team of passionate, driven professionals, we offer an ideal place to advance your career while contributing to cutting-edge projects and making a meaningful impact.

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, health savings accounts, generous paid time off, student loan assistance, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Background check and pre-employment drug testing required.

Ultra PCS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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