Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Senior Operations Manager

Curtiss-Wright Corporation • $144K — $208K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in manufacturing operations with progressive responsibilities
  • Strong experience in cost management, scheduling, and process improvement
  • Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies like Six Sigma and LEAN
  • Background in defense electronics manufacturing preferred
  • Proven leadership ability with a focus on team development and motivation
  • Experience in project estimating and proposal creation
  • Knowledge of MRP systems; SAP familiarity is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to operational strategy within TCG's leadership team
  • Manage assembly, testing, supply chain, and quality assurance activities
  • Develop production action plans to enhance productivity and quality
  • Create master production schedules and oversee material planning
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and maintain quality records
  • Collaborate with engineering to address operational challenges
  • Translate customer demands into effective operations strategies
  • Report regularly to senior leadership on scheduling and forecasts
  • Lead and train a team of 16 production employees
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and prescription coverage
  • Dental benefits
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid vacation and holidays
Full Job Description
Senior Manager, Operations

This position is an experienced operations leader who must be able to drive TCG's operations strategy by managing all aspects of our business and production operations. This includes overseeing and leading the production of all TCG products, production quality control, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and field service operations functions. In this role, you will be ultimately responsible for the smooth operation of all production lines and quality of output. As our Senior Manager, Operations, you will work closely with our leadership team, including our General Manager, Director, Program Management, Manager, Engineering, and others.

Curtiss-Wright invests in the development, recruitment, and retention of critical skills as part of its model for business success. We offer a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefits package including medical and prescription drug coverage, dental benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacation/holidays.

Salary Range: $144,100 - $208,100 USD per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Massachusetts. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Location:

Tewksbury, MA

Your Challenge:
  • As a member of the TCG Leadership team, contribute to the operational direction for TCG
  • Oversee and manage assembly and test, supply chain, and quality activities; serve as primary liaison to program management for development and execution of the production strategy
  • Develop and drive production action plans and resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction goals and objectives
  • Prepare and review all manufacturing Basis of Estimate justifications, create master production schedules, and coordinate material planning and production scheduling to include all aspects of producing product through delivery
  • Responsible for ensuring archiving and maintenance of all production build and quality records for each product shipped
  • Work closely and collaboratively with the Operations team, including development engineering, on problem identification and resolution
  • Translate customer requirements into operations strategies and processes designed to improve cost-effectiveness and profitability
  • Coordinate with supply chain on supplier qualification and supplier material non-conformance resolution
  • Provide regular reports to Senior Leadership team including scheduling, forecasts, and more
  • Provide direction, coaching, and day-to-day leadership to frontline managers and other production personnel; grow, develop, and guide high potential staff members for increased responsibility
  • Serve as functional manager to a team of 16 employees; responsible for new staff introductory training and ongoing training for all staff as appropriate
  • Drive continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities
  • Ensure all outbound logistical transitions comply with appropriate regulatory oversight agency
  • Maintain compliance status with regulatory requirements
  • Other duties as assigned


Your Expertise:
  • At least 10 years of progressively responsible manufacturing operations experience
  • Experience with cost, schedule, project leadership, and/or process improvement
  • Experience with continuous improvement techniques (Six Sigma, Kaizen, LEAN) strongly desired
  • Prior manufacturing experience of defense related electronics is strongly desired
  • Proven team leadership skills, including the ability to grow, motivate, and educate staff
  • Proven experience acting as a liaison between multiple disciplines to solve complex problems with limited resources in a timely manner
  • Proven experience driving continuous improvement through mitigating risks and realizing opportunities
  • Proposal creation and labor estimating experience
  • Experience working diverse contract types, including CPFF, CPIF, FFP, etc. strongly desired
  • Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigation activities
  • Experience using or supporting a Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP) system
  • Experience with SAP is preferred
  • Familiarity with finance reporting is preferred
  • Must be self-motivated with the ability to multi-task in a small team environment
  • Accuracy, attention to detail, and quality orientation is a must
  • Must be able to communicate and coordinate effectively with other departments including purchasing, engineering, field service operations, and administration.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines


This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

About Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. The company operates through three segments: Commercial/Industrial, Defense, and Power. The Commercial/Industrial segment provides products and services primarily to the commercial aerospace, general industrial, and naval defense markets. The Defense segment provides products and services to the defense markets of the United States, Canada, and other countries. The Power segment provides products and services to the power generation markets, including conventional and renewable energy sources. Curtiss-Wright Corporation was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in Davidson, North Carolina.
Learn more about Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Size
7,800 employees
Market Cap
$6.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$201.3 million
Founded
1929
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ

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