Sr Director, Operations

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.

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

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.