Operations leads will: Oversee and manage all manufacturing operations in their area. Develop operations-related plans, policies and procedures. Maintain safety and regulatory compliance relating to the production facility. Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the team. Work on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors. Follow processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Act as advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. Develop and administer schedules and performance requirements.

Job Functions

• Create standard operating procedures based on established overseas manufacturing sites
• Operate all equipment in the pilot line area according to defined procedures that will be copied from overseas site
• Oversee and manage all manufacturing operations in the area
• Develop operations-related plans, policies and procedures
• Maintain safety and regulatory compliance relating to the production facility
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five years of related work experience
• Mid-level management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Five to eight years of relevant work experience
• Experience as a manufacturing manager

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Expertise, talents, characteristics and behaviors which are typically representative, but not all-inclusive, of those commonly associated with the job.

• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in the area of general management
• Display initiative and accept responsibility for a department section under minimal supervision
• Apply knowledge and skills, and confer with leadership, to develop and execute section strategy
• Understand implications of department/division activities, exercise judgment and discretion in recommending and implementing strategies and process improvement
• Supervise and oversee the work of staff
• May manage work through subordinate supervisors
• Efficiently delegate work to ensure tasks are completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Effectively utilize available and relevant technical tools and resources (e.g., Microsoft Office, other software or hardware, manufacturing systems and equipment, etc.)
• Identifies, selects, and orders repair and maintenance tools and supplies
• Develops and maintains equipment spare parts inventory
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to explain complex and strategic concepts among diverse audiences, including senior management
• Perform assigned tasks with reliability, honesty and discretion

Work Environment

Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of the job.

• General office environment
• Exposed to moderate noise level
• May involve work in a cleanroom suit and environment

Physical Abilities

Abilities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of the job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Authorization

GWA will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.

• This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
• Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work. authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GWA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.