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Manufacturing Operations Manager, Barracuda

andurilindustriesAshville, OH
💰 $105,000 – $145,000/yrFull-timeelectricianhandyman

Quick Summary

Manufacturing Operations Manager for Barracuda autonomous vehicle production at Arsenal-1 facility in Ashville, Ohio, managing technician teams and overseeing daily production operations.

Skills & Keywords

Manufacturing OperationsNew Product IntroductionLEAN ManufacturingERP/MES Systems

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Manage technician staff in the production and delivery of various hardware through factory acceptance. You will have the critical task of managing the priorities, equipment, and people associated with the production line.
  • Set priorities and direct daily operations to include timely issuing and completion of work orders to the production floor.
  • Ensure all operators are following safety procedures and their teams' safety training is current, documenting EHS incidents, correcting proactively workplace hazards in the areas, and empowering others to continuously improve operations.
  • Manage, coach, mentor and support production technicians.
  • Prioritize work activities for operators to achieve target on time delivery goals.
  • Ensure quality standards are being met throughout the entire production process and support no defects from leaving a station or team area.
  • Be able to provide high level reports out to Production Managers, Directors, and Head of Manufacturing as needed.
  • Be an active participant in 5S and continuous improvement activities.
  • Complete transactions in production systems (NetSuite / JIRA Anduril MES) on daily basis.
  • Work cross functionally to ensure inventory levels are maintained and accurate in each work area.
  • Provide weekly report out of production progress, blockers, risks, needs. Generate daily pass downs and weekly production reports for engineering and operations team.
  • Lead daily communication with cross functional team such as engineering, technicians, supply chain, logistics, and quality as necessary.
  • Build a positive and collaborative team culture that promotes product knowledge, skills development, and X-training.
  • Show up every day with a high level of urgency and enthusiasm to get the job done.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 7+ years experience in production-oriented or electro-mechanical technician fields with at least 3+ years in a supervisor or production operations lead/manager role in a high volume production environment.
  • Experience working with ERP and MES systems.
  • A full understanding of the product life cycle (NPI to scaled production), LEAN manufacturing principals, and change management (ECOs).
  • Can interpret technical documentation (mechanical drawings, work instructions, building plans, equipment specs, electrical schematics, etc.).
  • Extremely reliable, organized and detail-oriented with excellent verbal & written communication skills.
  • You have a passion for employee development and enjoy the process of training and developing both new hires and veteran production staff.
  • Have proven skills in both process and equipment troubleshooting, allowing you to easily adapt to constantly changing production environments.
  • Experience supporting process development.
  • Knowledge of 5S, lean manufacturing or 6-Sigma principles.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient with MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).
  • U.S. Citizen Required
  • New Product Introduction (NPI) experience.
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering, business, or applied science).
  • Lean six sigma green belt certified.
  • Working knowledge of AS9100 standards and OSHA laws.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance.
  • No Financial RequestsAnduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
  • Please always verify communications Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
  • Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
  • Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
  • Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
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Compensation & Benefits

Total rewards package

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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ABOUT THE TEAM

The Barracuda Launch Team (BLT) will set the standard for building the future at Arsenal-1, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ashville, OH. This team will have the opportunity to train under our world-class manufacturing team at Anduril HQ in Costa Mesa, CA for 3 months before bringing that standard of excellence back to Ohio.ABOUT THE JOBWe are seeking a Manager of Manufacturing Operations to join our growing team in Ashville, OH supporting Arsenal-1. Here you will work on cutting-edge technology aimed at advancing the state-of-the-possible. The Manager of Manufacturing Operations will manage a team of highly talented technicians to produce multiple platforms of hardware for strategic military and commercial customers. This is a highly dynamic role that requires both frontline technical and people management skills. This role is at the forefront of delivering exceptional customer experiences, fostering team development, and overseeing day-to-day vehicle delivery operations. Success in this role demands consistent achievement across customer satisfaction, team management, operations, and financial goals.The ideal candidate has experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and the technical acumen to communicate effectively. We are looking for a highly organized, self-motivated individual who is passionate about driving transformative change. While we value strong individual contributions, success here is a team effort.**This role requires candidates to relocate to Costa Mesa for a 3-month training program. Housing, transportation, etc. will be provided during your stay.

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