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Manager, Cell Operations - JPF

Kaman Air Vehicles
Middletown, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026

Manager, Cell Operations - JPF

Precision Fusing and Sensors is actively hiring for a Manager, Cell Operations in Middletown, CT. The Manager is responsible for the daily operational management of the cell(s) that includes, but is not limited to, the personnel, quality, materials, delivery and costs.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, lead and manage all functions necessary to manufacture and deliver assigned products in accordance with the contract and other related requirements such as quality, procurement regulations, cost control/budgets, engineering change control, environmental compliance, safety.
  • Employ performance improvement principles to streamline processes.
  • Establish and maintain metrics that track performance in areas such as quality, schedule, cost, delivery, etc.; monitor and implement corrective actions, as appropriate.
  • Support the development and control of manufacturing budgets to attain company objectives.
  • Present status reports and schedule updates to Management on a regular basis.
  • Guide and direct the cell(s) and its members in the areas of production, manufacturing engineering, planning, material acquisition and inspection.
  • Assist in the development of long and short-range plans, operating procedures and objectives.
  • Plan and determine manpower requirements based on forecasts.
  • Establish and maintain effective communication with/between Program Management, functional groups, management and customers to address problems and their resolution.
  • Maintain properly trained staff to support the overall function and corporate goals in accordance with company policy and federal/state regulations.
  • Maintain high standard of performance expectations from cell(s) employees through appropriate evaluations and training such that the overall cell(s) demonstrates continuous improvement.
  • Conduct regular meetings to inform employees of general activities, company and corporate related actions.
  • Conduct reviews consistent with ISO procedures.
  • Plan and implement lean activities for continuous process improvements.
  • Support and enforce environmental and safety regulations.
  • Direct and coordinate the operations of a major cell production operation. Set up standards of performance, check progress and ensure company policies are carried out.
  • Responsible for leading a team of up to 30 people.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a business and/or technical discipline such as manufacturing or electronics.
  • 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing operations.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with employer matching contribution
  • Generous Paid Time Off

For more than 85 years, our team at Precision Fuzing and Sensors has designed, tested, and manufactured the fuzing and sensor systems that defense programs depend on - delivering mission-critical reliability from a single, vertically integrated facility in Middletown, Connecticut. Precision Fuzing & Sensors has spent more than eight decades at the forefront of fuzing technology for defense and aerospace applications, trusted by every branch of the U.S. military and allied nations across the globe.

Precision Fuzing and Sensors is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected characteristics protected by law. Precision Fuzing and Sensors and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all.

Precision Fuzing and Sensors endeavors to make the careers website accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the Corporate Human Resources department at 860-632-1000. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.


Kaman is an EO Employer-M/F/Veteran/ Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, or any other protected class. Kaman and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all.


 

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