Senior Operations Manager

The Senior Production Manager will oversee and direct all activities for the Precision Glass Molding and Shipping and Receiving Department. This position will be responsible for supervising staff, monitoring workflow, and delivering products. The production manager will verify all incoming and outgoing shipments meet client delivery expectations. This role reports directly to the operations department and works in close collaboration with engineering, sales, and accounting.Responsibilities:Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of production processes, setting process variables, studying process methods, and implementing cost reductionProvide strategic and tactical leadership across manufacturing, production, supply chain, and logistics functionsResponsible for communicating job expectations and monitoring employee performanceResponsible for coaching, development, and supervision of hourly employeesBe the POC and subject matter expert in ERP- Visual systemCollaborate with Engineering, Sales, and accounting departmentsEnsure all outputs meet quality standards by establishing and/or enforcing organization requirementsImplement and maintain a training program for all aspects of manufacturing processMaintain and practice compliance with company policies and proceduresWork with external and internal suppliersWork and cooperate with Engineering, Sales, and accounting departmentsDocument and/or update process work instructionsDevelop and drive cost reduction initiatives and process optimizationMonitor manufacturing process and record process times and yieldsMaintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.Mechanical abilities for equipment troubleshooting and small repair a plusMinimum previous experience/qualification:B.A or B.S from four (4) year college or university or a minimum of 5 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of experience and education.Expertise in MIL specs, ITAR regulations, ISO and ANSI specificationsExperience selling Optics using recognized sales practices (eg: consultative selling)Must be authorized to work and reside in the US and must be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government to confirm with but not limited to U.S. export control regulations (ITAR), but not limited to U.S. export (ITAR) guidelines.Valid driver’s licenseSpecial Authority:Stop any nonconforming process(es) which may affect safety, poor quality or customer satisfactionKnowledge, ability and skills:Must be able to research and collect data, interpret, analyze, and produce information using the data collected, applying prior knowledge and experience to interpretationDesign workflow and procedures as neededGenerate creative and alternative solutionsAbility to identify issues and resolve them in a timely mannerAble to work independently as well as in a group such as for group problem solving situationsAbility to manage time wisely in order to meet deadlinesKnowledge of planning, scheduling, and budgeting projectsStrive for continuous improvement on an organizational level with regard to processes, procedures, final products, and customer serviceProvide autonomy once expectation set and provide recognition for resultsAble to read, comprehend, and apply complex informationFast learner, driven problem solverOutgoing personality, professional demeanor with excellent work ethicProficient at using manufacturing software, ERP Systems, Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook, PowerPoint, and the internetFrequently required to walk, talk, and hearOccasional standing and reaching with hands and arms requiredMust regularly lift and /or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focusOccasional exposure to the following: work near moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation.Able to work with moderate amounts of noiseMust be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English #J-18808-Ljbffr