Director of Operations

PRIMARY SUMMARY:

Responsible for the operations of the business and leads the implementation of lean concepts and cost reduction activities (LEAP), manufacturing strategies, and daily operations. Expected to interact with colleagues in all LISI operations in order to foster the exchange of ideas, promote and ensure the implementation of best practices. Basic areas of responsibility include manufacturing, maintenance, inventories, materials, purchasing, planning, logistics and tooling.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees daily operation to ensure meeting agreed upon Company objectives in respect to sales, on-time delivery, EBIT, CAPEX, CIP/LEAP, Inventory Management, Safety and Quality.

• Develop as needed a vision, strategy, and key objectives inline with the Company’s goals and having the leadership skills to “lead by example” the execution efforts against these key objectives.

• Ensure within reason that assignments, tasks assigned, concerns affecting quality of the product, and established agreed upon objectives are completed on time or in those cases they can not, notifying supervision.

• Facilitates the optimization of resources to improve cost and delivery.

• Implements LEAP processes and strategies. Maintains achievement levels and supports training activities.

• Develops and promotes Health and Safety culture throughout the company/site.

• Works with all the various departments towards striving for business excellence and sets the example for engagement among the Staff.

• Establishes internal manufacturing controls, systems, and procedures. Responsible for the utilization of the ERP system within the assigned area of responsibility.

• Serves as a liaison between Engineering, Customer Service, and Operations.

• Continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, delivery performance, Quality “right the first time”, customer satisfaction, and profitability through team facilitation and the use of outstanding interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills.

• Implementing training programs focused on the department’s professional developmental needs.

• Ensures the implementation and compliance of Quality Management Systems within areas of responsibility.

• Enhances the role production operations plays in the overall achievement of business goals and objectives. Including the development of annual and budget plans for CAPEX, Purchasing, Inventory levels, etc.

• Participates in developing Strategic Planning and conducting periodic Business Process Analysis (Site A3).

• Hiring and retention of high performing personnel.

• Develops and implements HSE initiatives to ensure compliance and achievement of facility and corporate HSE directives. Seeks opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives, targets, and other associated metrics. Reports site results as required.

• Oversees the accomplishment of safety and environmental action plans by holding direct reports accountable for safety and environmental actions.

• Evaluates and proposes new process, equipment and technologies that improve manufacturing effectiveness & efficiencies, and safety & environmental policies.

• Ensures new equipment and technologies are introduced in accordance with HSE procedures.

• Supports Customer Service Representatives by providing reliable delivery information and participating in customer visits.

• Directing performance optimization for facility including production systems, safety and Environmental, quality assurance, inventory management, purchasing and distribution.

• Ensure all people placed under their assigned area of responsibility, or all persons who may be affected by equipment or processes placed under their responsibility are complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local and State government, and LISI Aerospace policies, procedures and plans.

• All employees are responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times.

• All employees are required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all Company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Responsible for organization and supervision of; manufacturing, maintenance, shipping, inventories, logistics, facilities maintenance and ensuring environmental compliance. Has the special authority given by the Vice President and General Manager to use his authority in exercising “veto power” over any activity which is unacceptable to him/her from an operational standpoint and which responsible personnel will not stop or alter on the basis of recommendation or request. In these instances, no one other than the Vice President and General Manager can override the decision of the Director of Operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university required in related field with a minimum of 10 years directly related work experience.

• Proven ability to lead effectively in a diverse environment.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification a plus.

• Operations Management expertise in a related field.

• Knowledge of manufacturing methods, Operation management, process improvement, and industrialization.

• Experience managing projects / action plans.

• Previous experience managing diverse teams (manufacturing, engineering, and administrative).

Certificates, licenses, registrations

Evidence of “US person” is required under ITAR.