Operations Manager

Janicki Industries

$90K — $160K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in technical engineering or business preferred, or high school diploma/GED minimum.
  • 3-5 years of experience as a cell manager at Janicki Industries preferred.
  • General understanding of AS9100 and NADCAP compliance requirements.
  • Familiarity with composite field concepts and practices; strong problem-solving skills required.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and team-building skills essential.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and ERP systems like SAP necessary.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident to comply with ITAR and EAR regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily functions and execution of production cells.
  • Analyze and plan workforce utilization and workflow for optimal resource use.
  • Backfill for Operations Director and Cell Managers as needed.
  • Monitor key process indicators for operational efficiency.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across work centers.
  • Assist in training and development of new managers and cross-training of staff.
  • Document lessons learned from long-duration projects and coordinate resource allocations.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employer contributions.
  • Disability and Life/AD&D insurance offerings.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution and Flexible Savings Account (FSA).
  • 401k with employer matching.
  • Generous paid time off including paid holidays and floating holidays.
  • Education reimbursement program available.
  • Diverse shift options with premium pay for off-shifts and security clearance.
Full Job Description
This position is located in Sedro Woolley, Washington State.

Department Summary:

The Operations Manager oversees daily production processes associated operations. This position requires strong people management skills and ability to communicate across multiple organizational boundaries and disciplines. Management of up to 100 personnel on multiple shifts is required. They will serve as a back up to the Operations Director and/or Vice President. Operations Managers will assist in training for new cell managers and/or opening new direct labor positions as needed. This position requires previous experience as a Cell Manager at Janicki.

Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Directly responsible for the daily function and execution of production cells
  • Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow for optimal use of resources
  • Backfills for Operations Director and Cell Managers during vacation or sick time
  • Monitors and maintains operations key process indicators (production LPI's, direct labor billable, workorder accuracy tracking, etc.)
  • Works towards continuous Improvement goals within various work centers
  • Assist in training and development of new cell managers/leads and provides cross-training for those moving to new cells
  • Documents lessons learned from complex or long duration projects
  • Authorizes and coordinates cross-cell movement of shared resources such as metrology technicians
  • Coordinates O.J.T. for new hire production or operations personnel
  • Hires and trains next tier of technicians and leads to complete assigned work
  • Identifies areas for improvement among cell members and implements cross training accordingly to create a more capable and homogenous team
  • Owns the 5S Standards for the manufacturing organization and assists with providing site direction and coaching on best practices
  • Provides support during audits
  • Assists cell managers with planning and scheduling
  • Assist with plant-to-plant project coordination
  • Demonstrated ability to inspire others; show a strong work ethic; set a positive example by providing assistance, recognition and encouragement; to identify and articulate clear, meaningful goals; to focus the efforts of others, and to quickly adapt well to changing conditions
  • Evidence of a management style which successfully builds alliances within the corporation
  • Demonstrates an emphasis on high morale, effective teamwork, high performance and delivery of commitments
  • Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines. Shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:
  • A bachelor's degree, technical engineering degree, or business degree is preferred. Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED.
  • 3-5 years of experience as a cell manager within Janicki Industries preferred.
  • General understanding of AS9100 and NADCAP compliance requirements.
  • Must be familiar with a variety of the composite field's concepts, practices, and procedures; must be able to rely on extensive experience, problem-solving skills, and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Must be familiar with a variety of the fields' concepts, practices and procedures
  • Must be able to rely on extensive experience, problem-solving skills and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Must have good communication and teambuilding skills.
  • Must be familiar with Microsoft Office products, SAP or similar ERP systems
  • Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
  • This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

Detailed Wage Information

Wage range for this role is between $90,000 - $160,000 a year plus a discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay. The range provided is Janicki's estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employer contribution
  • Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
  • HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
  • 401k with employer matching
  • Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Several shift options
  • Premium pay for off-shifts
  • Premium pay for security clearance if applicable

Not sure that you'll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We'll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings.

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