Director of Operations

Director of Operations - Defense SearchOVERVIEWAre you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting Defense/Aerospace company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're responsible for the duties listed below.Immediate opening for a Director of Operations in Hauppauge, NY who possesses:8+ years of management experience within electronics production, distribution, mechanical manufacturing, or aerospace manufacturingExperience overseeing 3 or more functional departmentsStrong understanding of Operational Excellence, Lean, and Six SigmaDemonstrated ability to create value stream mapping optimizations and operational efficienciesElectronics, electronic components, semiconductor, or related technical operations experienceEmail resumes to aencarnacion@defensesearchusa.com or call 858.427.3668.FULL DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a Director of Operations to lead multiple production, warehouse, quality, operations, and value-added service teams within an electronic components environment. This permanent, onsite role is responsible for improving operational efficiency, maximizing asset utilization, supporting on-time delivery, eliminating bottlenecks, improving throughput, overseeing departmental budgets, optimizing staffing, and driving process improvements across production and distribution operations. The ideal candidate will have strong operational leadership experience, electronics or semiconductor industry experience, Lean/Six Sigma knowledge, value stream mapping experience, and the ability to help grow revenue and throughput without simply adding headcount.The selected candidate will be responsible for:Overseeing multiple operations teams to ensure processes are carried out according to planSupporting on-time delivery of customer ordersEnsuring prompt processing of expedites, schedule changes, customer returned product, and production or warehouse prioritiesOverseeing manufacturing orders, customer orders, product-related items, and non-product items across production and warehouse departmentsEnsuring orders and operational priorities are processed accurately, on time, and according to department needsProactively identifying and resolving internal capacity and operations constraintsWorking with Supervisors, Assistant Supervisors, department heads, and team members to eliminate bottlenecks and delaysIdentifying labor-intensive processes and developing improvement opportunitiesFacilitating cost savings measures and operational efficienciesDriving Operational Excellence, Lean, Six Sigma, and value stream mapping initiativesEvaluating asset utilization, staffing, workflow, throughput, equipment capacity, and process flowHelping optimize operations to support business growth without unnecessary headcount expansionApproving and monitoring department budgets and purchasesReducing costs, managing expenses, and eliminating waste across areas of responsibilityAnalyzing staffing needs on an ongoing basis to ensure optimal coverageSupporting cross-training initiatives to cover key functions and accommodate fluctuations in work volumeServing as the head of Material Review Board operationsEnsuring material is dispositioned in a timely mannerSupporting rework, additional processing steps, and related action items as neededProviding data and information to assist Quality with disposition recommendationsOverseeing inventory accuracyServing as final approval for changes to standards and methods related to handling, processing, packing, stocking, cycle counting, and shippingEnsuring Operations works cooperatively with Materials to communicate anticipated delivery issues and output problemsConferring with Quality on rejected product and inspection-related issuesSupporting root cause analysis for product quality requestsReviewing and responding to reports and inquiries related to operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issuesSupporting minimum cost, maximum efficiency, and prevention of production delaysOverseeing equipment coordinators to ensure optimal operational performance and equipment utilizationSupporting minimal downtime and timely resolution of equipment issuesResearching new or replacement equipmentPreparing cost and ROI proposals for equipment-related requestsMaking recommendations and overseeing equipment release to productionOverseeing preventive maintenance and calibration efforts for production equipmentCollaborating with Engineering to resolve production failures and yield issuesCollaborating with new product development teams on processing capabilities, equipment needs, process mapping, lead times, and work instruction requirementsOverseeing production departments, including cleanroom, finishing, production control, production test, QC, and operations technical teamsOverseeing warehouse departments, including inventory, packing, receiving, and shippingProviding leadership, direction, coordination, and evaluation across assigned departmentsManaging responsibilities directly or through Supervisors and Assistant SupervisorsSupporting interviewing, training, planning, assigning work, performance appraisal, coaching, discipline, complaint resolution, and problem solvingPerforming other duties as assignedThe selected candidate will also possess:High school diploma or GED requiredAssociate degree preferredBachelor's degree preferred8+ years of management experience in electronics production, distribution, mechanical manufacturing, aerospace manufacturing, or a related operational environment required10+ years of management-level production experience preferredExperience overseeing 3 or more functional departments requiredPrevious experience with electronic components requiredExperience with discrete semiconductors, semiconductor distribution, or value-added electronic component services preferredExperience with production, upscreening, value-added services, QC, cleanroom, and warehouse operations preferredExperience with semiconductors in packaged or bare die form preferredISO 9001:2015 experience preferredOperational Excellence experience requiredLean and Six Sigma experience requiredValue stream mapping experience requiredExperience optimizing asset utilization, process flow, staffing, throughput, and operational efficiency requiredAbility to identify bottlenecks, constraints, waste, and process improvement opportunities requiredAbility to support growth initiatives without relying solely on headcount increases requiredStrong understanding of electronics, voltage, current, or electrical components preferredExperience in distribution, supply chain, production, warehouse, testing, screening, inspection, or related technical operations preferredExperience managing budgets, purchases, labor planning, and cost reduction initiativesExperience with ERP systems requiredAS/400 experience preferredProficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams requiredAbility to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, technical procedures, and governmental regulationsAbility to write reports, business correspondence, procedures, and work instructionsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, team members, and customersAbility to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situationsAbility to create timely machine schedules and production estimates using established production ratesStrong leadership, organization, planning, business acumen, and strategic thinking skillsStrong analytical, communication, follow-through, and decision-making skillsAbility to remain calm under pressure and adapt to complexity and changeAbility to work onsite in Hauppauge, NYAbility to support a standard Monday through Friday scheduleAbility to support a full-time, permanent opportunityPhysical Requirements:Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods while leading operations, reviewing data, attending meetings, analyzing reports, and working at a computerAbility to walk throughout production, warehouse, cleanroom, QC, operations, equipment, office, and related work areas as neededAbility to see, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers for computer work, documentation, reports, production information, equipment review, and standard operations tasksAbility to regularly lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistanceAbility to review operational reports, production schedules, budgets, inventory data, ERP information, quality records, customer order information, and computer screens for extended periodsAbility to communicate by phone, email, video meeting, and in person throughout the workdayAbility to work in environments where there may be occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, and moderate noiseAbility to wear required PPE and follow applicable production, warehouse, quality, cleanroom, equipment, and safety proceduresSalary Range: $140,000 to $170,000/year plus approximately 20% bonus potentialFor immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to aencarnacion@defensesearchusa.com or call 858.427.3668.More information can be found at www.defensesearchusa.com.