Vice President of Operations

Summary

Vice President, Operations, oversees all of the elements required to introduce new products into an FAA Part 21 Manufacturing and Part 145 Repair Station, develop, monitor and optimize manufacturing and repair processes, manage and optimize the supply chain, and produce products that meet or exceed customer expectations for quality and on-time-delivery.  Additional responsibilities may include leading customer support process, such as training, technical field support, technical publications and sales order administration. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage by Walking Around so as to develop a work environment of
  open and honest communications to develop trust in the workforce.
• Lead by example, lead with enthusiasm, develop a sense of urgency.
• Lead with Humility and a positive attitude.
• Do what you say to establish credibility.
• Work closely with CEO on manufacturing and product support plans, goals, and
  future product innovations.
• Leader for implementation of Six Sigma Quality and Lean practices including 5S,
  kaizen and root cause analysis tools.
• Accountable for meeting all key customer and corporate KPI  
• Accountable for controlling scrap, waste and product damage
  associated with manufacturing or material movement.
• Hiring, development and succession planning of employees, working in close connection with the CEO.
• Management of personal scheduling and practices associated
  with split shift, staggered hours, night shift, down days and
  seasonal/contract employees.
• Employee safety.
• Develop and manage budgeting and budget execution with a
  focus on implementing manufacturing improvements driving
  tangible cost reduction and quality improvements.
• Direct all daily scheduling, material movement,
  material staging, shipping and receiving associated with
  manufacturing and repair.
• Lead all inventory control, purchasing and supply chain management activities to
  ensure required materials are available to support on-time-delivery, quality and financial goals.
• Pursue cost reduction and process improvements in key product categories.
• ​Reviews and endorses or revises budget proposals received from direct reports.​ Works with Finance to submit budgets for assigned activities in accordance with the budget procedure and enterprise and financial reporting metrics.​ Approves budget expenses up to authorized dollar amounts.​
• Defines and recommends goals and objectives in each area of Operations.​ Develops specific short-term and long-term plans and programs, together with supporting budget requests and financial estimates.​
• Keeps employees thoroughly informed on a regular basis as to company/​department production plans and progress, using regular management boards, employee and supervisory meetings, and personal interaction at all levels and among on all functions.​
• ​Ensures that duties, responsibilities, and authority and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood.​
• Partner with sales and marketing teams to develop forecasts and lead times to satisfy customer requirements.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• A minimum of 10 years of direct manufacturing experience in
  an ISO9000 or AS9100 manufacturing electronics environment.  Low-volume, high mix manufacturing experience in an FAA regulated environment is desired.
• A minimum of 10 years direct leadership experience with large teams.
• Strong communications skills and experience in Operations is desired.
• Recruitment and retention of high-quality manufacturing & product support
  talent. 
• Experience with Circuit Card assembly and test, final assembly and test, and environmental test.
• Direct leadership of manufacturing/support-focused teams
  Large- and small-company experience, ideally in product support & leading
  manufacturing in a rapid-growth environment
• Planning production/support/scheduling requirements and inventories
  within an ERP system environment
• Order fulfillment and transportation
• Project management experience
• New product development experience
• Developing and managing operating and capital investment
  plans
• Strategy development and implementation experience

• Assesses own strength and weaknesses; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skill; Shares expertise with others.
• Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time effectively. Able to manage heavy work volume despite hectic work schedule.
• Reacts well under pressure; Follows through on commitments, Is creative in problem
  resolution
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Follows policies and procedures.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/ Experience: 

Bachelor's degree required, Masters preferred, a minimum of 10 years of direct manufacturing leadership experience in a high reliability electronics manufacturing environment. Training and experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma quality are desired.

What Motivates Our Team: 

• Excellent benefits, including medical, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, and much more, as well as a robust health & wellness program.
• Strong work-life balance.
• Great company culture.
• Groundbreaking work opportunities.
• Impactful innovation in the avionics industry.
• Passionate & dedicated team members.
• A work environment that supports professional growth and career advancement.

Why You’ll Like Working Here: 

• Universal Avionics is a mid-sized company with all the functions and benefits of a much larger organization, so you get the best of both worlds.
• You’ll make an impact! You’ll be part of a company that is making huge strides in the safety and reliability of air travel.
• You’ll work with highly motivated and skilled professionals who excel in their fields and serve as great mentors.
• You’ll bring your unique skill set and passion, creating a mutually beneficial working and learning environment.
• At UASC, we care about our employees, both personally and professionally, offering a supportive culture, wellness programs, and career development opportunities.

To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit: www.UniversalAvionics.com