Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager - Cabin at our Burbank, CA location.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Operations Manager plans and directs all aspects of assigned Value Streams and is accountable for the assigned Value Stream’s performance and commitments to the customer with respect to safety, quality, delivery and cost. The Operations Manager works cooperatively with other functional leaders and managers to optimize the entire value stream in the eyes of the customer and is relentless in the pursuit of continuous improvement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s level degree

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing role focused on continuous process improvement and lean manufacturing; 3+ years of experience managing a value stream or multiple value streams
• Knowledge: Advanced/expert knowledge of continuous improvement including systems and tools; Strong business acumen
• Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated ability to manage one or more Value Streams with cross functional direct reporting (manufacture engineering, supply chain, facilities, etc.); Strong customer orientation; Demonstrated advanced/expert skills in employee development, team building, project management and communication (written and verbal)
• Education/Certification : BA or BS degree in Engineering or related field
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

• Continually supervise staff to ensure internal and external customer demands are met
• Direct the manufacturing of products of the highest quality at the lowest possible cost
• Work and manage cross-functionally to exceed customer requirements
• Drive continuous improvement through the implementation of the Crane Business System; Lead kaizen events; Communicate best practices within the Crane organization; Design, develop, and implement the kaizen roadmap; Track team’s achievement of Standard Work
• Develop and hire a skilled, technically proficient, and motivated customer-focused team
• Sustain a safe workplace through the establishment and support of Company policy
• Create and execute data driven action plans to improve standard work and performance
• Clearly define roles, responsibilities, and expectations and coach, advise, and encourage to build and maintain a highly effective and cohesive team that functions smoothly
• Inspire subordinates to achieve excellence
• Provide job-relevant learning, developmental experiences, and feedback to enhance individual performance

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing role focused on continuous process improvement and lean manufacturing; 3+ years of experience managing a value stream or multiple value streams
• Knowledge: Advanced/expert knowledge of continuous improvement including systems and tools; Strong business acumen
• Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated ability to manage one or more Value Streams with cross functional direct reporting (manufacture engineering, supply chain, facilities, etc.); Strong customer orientation; Demonstrated advanced/expert skills in employee development, team building, project management and communication (written and verbal)
• Education/Certification : BA or BS degree in Engineering or related field
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).