United States Job Openings

Precision Castparts Corp.

Operations Manager

FULL TIME

November 4, 2024

United States of America

State / County

New Hampshire

City

Northfield

Division

Structurals

Company

Tilton/Franklin

Function

Operations

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

15220

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.
PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.
In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

The Operations Manager has a pivotal role in leading, directing, and coordinating production manufacturing operations for the Tilton and Franklin facilities. The Manager must ensure the achievement of production requirements, quality and reliability standards, and on-time delivery at the lowest cost. These objectives will be achieved by collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Production Control, EHS, Sales, Human Resources, and Information Systems, and by motivating the production workforce. The role is responsible for delivering results through Lean Manufacturing techniques, 6S, TOC, Six Sigma, and problem-solving.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*:

Responsible for safely manufacturing a quality product while meeting customer specifications and delivery commitments. Ensure adherence to process control procedures and all operating & quality control instructions.
Oversee manufacturing plans, coordinating and maintaining production schedules to meet customer requirements.
Control and monitor the quality, flow of product, delivery, materials, cost of production, work-in-process levels, and labor utilization throughout organization.
Formulate long- and short-range strategies for continuous improvements across all manufacturing functions.
Identify and execute critical capital project improvements for both Tilton and Franklin facilities.
Recommend and purchase new equipment for expansion, efficiency, cost reductions, and quality improvement.
Provide input on the design and installation of equipment for new manufacturing processes.
Ensure EHS rules are always followed by every employee in the departments. Drive the safety culture through collaboration with EHS leader to be world class in safety and environmental compliance.
Manage operational metrics, including TOC, variable cost, and productivity targets on a daily, weekly, and quarterly basis. Review and plan for labor, equipment, and supply requirements to achieve the departmental throughput while meeting and exceeding the productivity targets.
Effectively collaborate with product and process engineering to reduce scrap and rework caused by manufacturing processes.
Lead plant production teams, including hiring, performance evaluations, and talent development. Effectively develop and coach supervisors on all shifts with emphasis on building a winning team environment and motivating the production workforce.
Coordinate department priorities by effective daily communication with engineering, quality, production control, finance, human resources, and vendors.
Establish and execute annual operating budgets for departments and meet the budget.
Perform other duties as assigned.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*:

Must comply with all applicable safety requirements, policies and procedures, while maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
Must participate in required training, medical monitoring, safety, and health evaluations and programs.
Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in all designated areas of facility.
Perform all physical functions** of position.
Perform other duties as assigned.

DESIRED SKILLS:

Highly organized, self-motivated individual who can effectively lead a collaborative team environment.
Strategic vision for new and future technology to support manufacturing and operational excellence.
Financial and budgeting skills including capital and improvement planning.
Experience with strategic planning and analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to implement world class manufacturing techniques, develop accountabilities and measurements.
Preferred background and experience with 6S implementation, engineering, and management.
Working knowledge of the investment casting and associated processes preferred.
Proven ability to work hands-on with the team to achieve objectives.
Strong data analytics and Excel skills.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Industrial, Mechanical, or a related engineering field, or 10+ years’ experience in manufacturing setting.
MS or MBA degree is desirable.
Prefer 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing with successful experience in related production operations management.
Demonstrated ability to develop, relentlessly execute and deliver results in conformance with targets.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities.
Demonstrated abilities to lead people and get results through others, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Extensive training in manufacturing processes. In depth knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies and Six Sigma Certification required.

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties and responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.

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