VP of Operations

Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential. We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.

We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey. Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Estimated annual base pay: $220,000 (minimum) - $275,000 (midpoint) - $330,000 (maximum)
• Long-term incentive compensation in the form of equity
• All members included in cash bonus opportunity
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
  
  

Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re an Operations Executive, we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Vice President of Operations has responsibility for the Operations of the Business Unit Center of Excellence (COE) This position has complete oversight and leadership responsibility for establishing direction and priorities, as well as achieving performance of the CoE. The Vice President will lead the organization to attain world-class operational standard through the application of best-in-class manufacturing principles, processes, technology and leadership. This position is also responsible for contributing to the continued growth of the business unit by expansion of aftermarket, repair and overhaul in addition to existing programs.

What You Will Be Doing

• Designs and implements strategic plans for the business unit taken from top level strategies.
• Leads and manages through a team up to and including director/general manager level.
• Responsible for some or all of the following functions: Woodward Production System (WPS), Engineering, Customer Service, Logistical/Tactical Purchasing/Planning, Product Quality and Continuous Improvement.
• Provides leadership and focus for establishing short- and long-term business unit strategies in support of the overall Woodward goals and strategies.
• Focuses on the execution of strategies to effectively and efficiently achieve desired business results measured in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Responsiveness and Cost.
• Directs and coordinates CoE metrics, process improvements, and organizational changes to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborates with other key functional leaders (e.g. Supply Chain, Global Sourcing, Marketing, Engineering) to deliver business results.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• 15 yrs progressively responsible operations experience in a substantial manufacturing environment, preferable in an industrial or aerospace industry.
• 10 yrs senior leadership role, general management experience.
• Demonstrated experience implementing operational excellence initiatives such as LEAN, Six Sigma, etc.
• Low volume/high mix production experience.
• Strong supply chain experience, including extensive make/buy analysis.
• Experience with highly engineered products and rigid quality requirements.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Engineering or Operations Management.
  
  

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.  The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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