Sr Director, Operations

Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Sr. Director, Operations to join our Wilkes-Barre, NEPA team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the war-fighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

 

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer health-care, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

 

Sr. Director, Operations has overall responsibility for a single manufacturing facility. Directs all aspects of production activity at the assigned plant to ensure that the desired quantities and quality of products are manufactured on schedule in a safe manner at minimum cost. May be responsible for Accounting, Human Resources and other staff functions.

Major Position Responsibilities

• Directs manufacturing operations and management teams for plants and locations of an organization that support business goals.
• Incorporates the organizational strategy and plans for operational safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and cost control policies and programs in manufacturing processes.
• Monitors production metrics and recommends process improvements, new technologies, and methods to maximize operational efficiency.
• Drives workforce planning activities and approves/ allocates resources based on business priorities.
• Implements long-term plans for facilities, equipment, materials, technology, and workforce resources to maintain manufacturing capacity and processes.
• Leads and directs the work of other managers and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
• Provides leadership and direction through managers
• Must have at least one manager level direct report
• Is accountable for the performance and results of a division or region
• Executes business plans and contributes to the development of functional strategy
• Decisions are guided by functional or major operational segment strategy and priorities

Basic Qualifications

Education and/or Experience: 

• Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree preferred in Business 
• Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/ or Experience
• 10-12 years of experience in a relevant function

Must Have Major Competencies/Skills:

• Leadership skills. Capacity planning.
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM).
• Manufacturing operations management. Process optimization. Resource planning.
• Risk management. Safety policies and procedures.
• Performance metrics. Organizational goal setting. Strategic planning.
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Team building. ERP systems.

Physical Demands:  

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel: 

• Less than 25% travel likely.