Sr. Director of Operations

Location: Hamilton,Washington,United States

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for a Sr. Director of Operations to join our growing team.

This position is located on-site in Hamilton, Washington State.

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

The Director of Operations will work with a variety employees in manufacturing, engineering across the company and our customers to ensure success.  This position requires strong people management skills and ability to communicate across multiple organizational boundaries and disciplines. Management of up to 100 personnel on three shifts is required.

The following essential job functions are performed as a Director of Operations:

• Directly responsible for the daily function of manufacturing cells and supervision of cell managers.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes to provide a consistent flow of deliverables.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow for optimal use of resources.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Maintains heightened awareness of schedule for every project moving through the value stream to meet key project milestones.
• Collaborates with engineering teams to design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Interprets a broad range of engineering specifications including drawings, sketches, and written requirements.
• Hires and trains next tier of technicians and leads to complete assigned work.
• Works with project managers to identify and mitigate risk in the production process.
• Determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, or non-standard materials and monitors availability and delivery times with respect to production schedule.
• Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree is required. Technical engineering degree or business degree preferred.
• 7-10 years of leadership experience in an aerospace composites manufacturing field or related manufacturing field
• 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
• Must have good communication and teambuilding skills
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office products and CAD software packages; some experience with CATIA is desirable
• Experience managing workflows through machine centers preferred
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Salary range for this role is between $150,000 and $225,000, plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts. 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 

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