Operations Manager Back-endCountryUnited States of America
State / County Massachusetts
City Worcester
Division Wyman Gordon
Company Worcester
Function Operations
Workplace Type On-Site
Position type Full Time
Opportunity ID 23478
Job Description Wyman-Gordon, located in Worcester, MA, provides Isothermal Forgings for military and commercial turbine applications using nickel based and titanium alloys. Full Heat Treating, Machining and Testing on site. This growing, $200 million profit center is part of a highly successful, multi-billion $ diversified manufacturer. Precision Castparts Corporation (PCP).
Area Manager - Back End OperationsOVERVIEW: The Back-End Operations Manager provides the leadership to consistently achieve daily operational targets throughout CNC Machining, Heat Treat, NDT, Inspection, outside services and Shipping/Receiving. The manager will drive department productivity, operational efficiency, throughput, variable cost and Pipe line projects. The manager is responsible for the full execution of the ship plan to achieve customer commitments.
Essential Job Functions:- Directs all back-end manufacturing functions.
- Drive Safety initiatives to prevent accidents and lower DART Rate.
- Generate and execute a plan to reduce overall costs.
- Develop strategies to achieve operational objectives for daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly targets.
- Ensure consistent quality standards are satisfied and operational procedures are followed throughout the manufacturing process.
- Identify new opportunities and associated initiatives that will drive optimization in the processing and manufacturing methodologies.
- Identify and respond to actual and potential operational constraints and develop the necessary corrective actions.
- Drive the implementation of the PCC Toolbox
- Foster an environment of positive employee relations with open communication channels and employee involvement.
QUALIFICATIONS and EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:- B.S. or advanced degree (engineering or business degree preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in heavy manufacturing with a track record of bottom line improvements.
- Strategic planning experience and analytical problem solving skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and teambuilding skills.
- In depth knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing practices.
- Experience with a P&L and other performance measurements.
- Experience managing to the Theory of Constraints.
- Self-motivated and achievement oriented.
- A demonstrated ability to hold direct reports accountable.
- Working knowledge of MS Office and mainframe spreadsheets & databases.
- US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status required.
US Citizenship or Perm Residency is required due to government military contracts.
For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $130,000 to $170,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 3X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.
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 comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. 
