Director of Manufacturing Operations

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, California, Irvine
Apr 11, 2025
Country United States of America State / County California City Irvine Division Fasteners Company SLC Function Operations Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time Opportunity ID 15557 Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Job Description Headquartered in Irvine, CA, Shur-Lok manufactures fastening systems with superior locking devices for critical requirements including engine module assembly, structural assembly, rotor blade attachment, and aircraft engine shaft and spindle applications. Operations at the Irvine location include: CNC Machining, CNC Waterjet Cutting, Laser Marking, Heat Treating, NDT, and EDM. Position Summary: The Director of Operations is responsible for directing the functions and activities of our Operations organization to include manufacturing, production control, facilities, tooling, and equipment. The Director of Operations will develop strategies to achieve operational objectives for daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual metrics. Duties involve directing the Operations organization on a daily basis to ensure execution of the company business plan while simultaneously implementing Continuous Improvement initiatives that will deliver long term benefits. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Ensure the Operations organization accomplishes Safety, Quality, Schedule and Cost performance objectives. When misses occur, develops a credible recovery plan with team. Manage Key Performance Indicators and Reporting on daily performance. Champion and initiate Continuous Improvement projects to increase Revenue per Square Foot and Revenue per Employee. Implement Lean Manufacturing principles Identify new opportunities to impact business and operations goals positively. Manages these projects to rapid completion. Direct and coordinate manufacturing activities based on policies, objectives and programs spanning manufacturing functions. Determine performance and product quality and direct accountability for that performance. Brief and communicate with customers, suppliers and corporate executives with high intensity and professionalism. Required Skills: Proven analytical, problem solving, and process improvement ability Working knowledge of general aerospace quality requirements Ability to understand and apply the production planning processes. Ability to apply lean manufacturing methodology, TOC, and problem solving skills to drive the business improvements in a metric-driven environment Demonstrated ability to develop a strategic plan to meet key business objectives/metrics in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities. Must be computer literate, particularly in spreadsheet; financial; inventory and production planning and tracking applications. Demonstrated ability to develop, execute and deliver results in conformance with action plans. Proven ability to lead large organization in a fast-paced short cycle manufacturing environment. Desired Skills: Highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently as well as work effectively in a collaborative team environment. Technical competence: Experience with CNC machines of all axis and types Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to apply budgeting processes and financial management tools Working knowledge of Six Sigma and Statistical Process Control Strong oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal and leadership skills Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs Established project management skills Proven leadership in Fasteners, Aerospace, or Automotive type Industry Experience & Education Bachelor's degree in business or an engineering discipline. MS or MBA degree is highly desirable More than 7 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience and responsibility. Experience leading people and obtaining results through others, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven record of accomplishment of driving results in an Assembly or machining (3, 4, and 5 axis) environment. Relocation: Full Relocation is authorized for this position. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations, may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform functions. Relocation Relocation is authorized for this position. For informational purposes only, the range for annual base salary for this role is $166,500 to $249,700 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Executive Bonus Plan, paid out up to 30% of the applicable annual base salary, based on the Company's performance in the prior calendar year. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.