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Manufacturing Operations Manager 

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics CSC  
Location Waukegan, IL  
Description

Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certification (formerly Telefonix PDT and Astronics Armstrong Aerospace) serves as the experienced, global market leader for in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solutions for aircraft. As a systems certification provider, Astronics CSC has worked on over 100 projects for industry partners to upgrade commercial and business aircraft with new passenger power systems, IFEC navigation, communication and flight safety systems. Additionally, Astronics CSC offers proven IFEC hardware systems, flexible design platforms, high customer satisfaction, and long-term relationships with industry leaders to help make the connected aircraft a reality. The company now employs over 250 employees, and is a six-time recipient of Chicagos Best and Brightest Employers to Work For award.

Summary

Responsible for leading, managing, mentoring, and developing the capabilities of employees within the Production, Planning, Inventory Management, and Shipping and Receiving departments. Assists in company goal setting and strategy implementation. Develop and maintain Lean Manufacturing practices along with a Visual management manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities include the following, other duties as assigned.

  • Provides leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training, and development
  • Provide leadership for problem resolution to facilitate improvements and improved working relationships
  • Determine operations headcount needs and ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Identify, communicate, and drive implementation of capital investments and improvement projects
  • Lead and manage the manufacturing department to 5S standards and in accordance with Astronics CSC stated values and policies while meeting quality, efficiency, and delivery objectives
  • Improve/streamline the process and flow of the production floor with automation, improved documentation, training, and attention to quality
  • Identify and implement new automation solutions using technology and manufacturing techniques to improve, reduce manufacturing cost and improve product/process quality.
  • Coordinate with management to execute a production schedule that ensures product is delivered by their committed on-dock dates
  • Responsible for implementing and complying with all ethical and legal compliance requirements
  • Other duties & functions may be assigned to this position as needed
  • Knowledge of AS9100, AS9145, and ISO13485 standards
 
Position Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

Required:

  • 5 years of experience in managing an electro-mechanical contract manufacturing environment.
  • Proven ability to develop and adhere to operations policies and procedures that satisfy AS9100, AS9145 and ISO13485 requirements
  • Daily supervision of managers, supervisors, and manufacturing personnel
  • Set expectations and ensure accountability for departments and individuals
  • Identify performance issues, addresses them with employees, and communicates said issues to Human Resources
  • Develop and implement performance improvement plans
  • Proven ability to Lead Kaizen events
  • Works with employees to create short and long-term career development plans
  • This position may require knowledge of SOX / 404 internal audit controls and related documentation

 

Preferred:

  • Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Program Management.
  • Bi-Lingual in Spanish
  • Working knowledge of APQP process

 

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.

ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

Astronics CSC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail CSC.HR@astronics.com or call: 847-244-4500. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS

The safety, health and well-being of our employees remains our top priority.  Astronics is practicing employee safety precautions while onsite.

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
 
About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.
 
EOE Statement Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.  

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