Chromalloy San Diego seeks a Director of Operations to join our leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping our future success. As a subject matter expert, you'll provide strategic direction, day-to-day leadership, and hands-on expertise to drive operational excellence across all aspects of our business.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and inspire: Collaborate with the Site Leader and senior team to achieve ambitious goals across safety, quality, delivery, production, cost, engineering, and key stakeholder objectives.
Aerospace expertise: Oversee the disassembly, repair, and assembly of aero-derivative engines and components, ensuring adherence to FAA regulations and customer requirements. Leverage your manufacturing experience to maximize revenue and profitability.
Operational excellence champion: Drive sustainable cost-effectiveness through process management, system optimization, and building high-performing teams. Manage operations across components, engine MRO, maintenance, facilities, shipping & receiving, planning & expediting, and training.
Growth strategist: Develop and execute innovative initiatives to expand capacity and ensure the organization remains future-proof.
Safety first: Foster a culture of safety aligned with Chromalloy's core values, implementing safety protocols and promoting continuous improvement.
Lean & Six Sigma champion: Drive operational excellence through the application of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
People leader: Plan, develop, and execute strategies for staffing and equipment needs. Lead, coach, and develop your team to meet current and future skill requirements.
Ethical compass: Champion Chromalloy's Code of Ethical Standards and "One Chromalloy" philosophy, setting an exemplary standard for professional conduct and personal accountability.
Collaboration champion: Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and Demand Management to ensure accuracy in inventory and data.
Qualifications:
Education : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology/Manufacturing Management, Business, or a related field of study.
Leadership : Proven track record of leading and motivating cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious business goals.
Experience : Minimum of 10 years managing aerospace industry operations, including experience with AS9100 and FAA repair station regulations. Must have hands-on experience in turbine engine maintenance, repair, testing, and overhaul. Process Improvement: Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies, with a minimum of 10 years of experience and a proven track record of successful implementation in an operational environment.
