General Manager

Description

Our Company Hartzell Engine Tech

https://hartzell.aero/ 

Signia Aerospace is built on decades of proven performance and partnership in the aircraft systems industry. The proven brands that operate under the Signia Aerospace ecosystem lead the field in thermal management and mission-specific equipment. They are the brands of choice for pilots, maintenance directors, ground crews, and supply chain professionals worldwide, in commercial, private, and military applications. Our depth of expertise and unique pool of resources allows us to act as an integrated, nimble partner in the design, manufacture, delivery, and service of highly specialized aircraft systems and components.

Hartzell Engine Tech (HET) is a leading OEM supplier and aerospace technology company that includes branded components from Janitrol Aero, Plane-Power, Aeroforce Turbocharger Systems, Sky-Tec, Fuelcraft and PowerUP, providing engine accessories and heating solutions that meet the demanding challenges of today’s aircraft systems

Key Responsibilities 

HET seeks a hands-on leader to be the primary architect of the strategy, tactics and talent required to sustain market performance. The GM is a full P&L position reporting to the Group President and is responsible for all aspects of business operations, engineering, manufacturing and quality. This position develops and monitors strategy and tactics to meet market needs and expand margins, and creates, aligns and drives objectives that lead strong execution on all business fronts. 

The candidate must be an energetic and highly engaged, growth-oriented leader who is broadly interested and engages in all areas of the business. The GM must have a strong focus on internal operations and be keenly interested in a business where customer satisfaction and the P&L reflect exceptional management of manufacturing operations. Candidate should have a strong understanding of KPMS (quality, on time, cycle time and productivity) and the ability to drive standardization, inventory management, and project implementation across the site. Candidates whose career experience includes important roles as well as P&L responsibilities in aviation would be well advantaged.

Key Deliverables of Position

1) Drive earnings growth targets to meet business objectives

2) Through collaboration with the right people, lead and drive continuous improvement for all facets of the business.

a. Direct the development, planning, implementation of lean manufacturing improvements

b. Develop methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for projects, programs, and people

3) Provide proactive leadership necessary to drive, develop and monitor critical metrics.

a. Spot issues and opportunities in time to impact month-end results

b. Drive Labor Utilization and Efficiency through the facility

c. Drive profitability and maximize margins

4) Develop a cohesive and talented staff; nurture our winning culture

a. Establish and support positive employee relations and employee involvement to ensure teamwork and positive morale

b. Play a significant role in the hiring and onboarding of talent

c. Identify contributors with potential to grow and provide development opportunities

5) Build reputation and standing with customers by ensuring the promotion and awareness of customer requirements; lead the resolution of matters. 

a. Ensure that the product output is in line with company forecast and goals to achieve 98% on time delivery

6) Have a process and systems bias—great execution follows from great systems and processes

a. Ensure Quality standards are being met

First Year Success Factors

1) Learn the business, products and identify opportunities to maximize growth opportunities by playing to business strengths

2) Be deeply engaged in the business with a bias for continuous improvement 

3) Prioritize and implement the most critical measures that support both strategy and growth

4) Facilitate, drive and participate in formal problem-solving activities to improve quality, reduce costs and exceed customer expectations

5) Implement robust cost reduction activities and tracking to drive operational efficiencies

Requirements

 Preferred Education and Experience

1) BS Degree required, 10 years of progressive experience, P&L responsibility.

2) Minimum of 7 years in Operations, Quality or Manufacturing Engineering leadership 

Required Technical Competencies

1) Excellent verbal and written communication skills

2) Site Management Skills

a. Faithful use of Key Performance Measures to drive continuous improvement

b. Demonstrated ability to connect business strategy and operational strategy together such that investments and initiatives in the plant contribute to competitive advantage

c. Working understanding of financial statements and key financial measures 

d. Technology and capital expense planning

3) Structured problem-solving skills to validate root cause and implement corrective actions

4) Proficient computer skills; (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Access, ERP)

Required Behavioral Competencies 

1) Builds Strategic Working Relationships – Develops and uses collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals

2) Builds a Successful Team – Use appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitate the completion of team goals.

3) Drives for Results – Is action oriented and can be counted on to meet goals successfully; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

4) Demonstrates ethics and values – Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs and acts in line with those values.  Practices and rewards these values to reinforce desired company culture.

5) Continuous Learning – Actively identifies new areas for learning; regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities; uses newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learns through their application.

6) Strategic Decision Making – Obtains information and identifies issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long-range goal or vision; commits to a course of action to accomplish a long-range goal or vision after developing alternatives based on logical assumptions, facts, available resources, constraints, and organizational values

We are a team that prides ourselves on a culture that supports shared values of empowerment, accountability, drive, integrity, and respect. Our team shares a deep commitment to safety, collaboration, and a love for all things aviation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional growth including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, 401(K) plans with employer match, company provided Growth Participation Units (GPU) and so much more.  Our GPU benefit is unique to the industry and encourages all employees to think like owners and receive future financial reward for contributions to business growth.  Join our team to be part of a culture that encourages growth and development and celebrates our success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability/E-Verify