RTX
aerospace and defense
OperationsDirectorColumbusForgeBlades
“Operations Director - Columbus Forge Blades at RTX. Skills: Operations management, Production planning, Quality objectives, Talent development. Develop world class operation. Lead operations”
What You'll Achieve.
Achieve world class safety; Achieve world class quality; Achieve world class delivery; Achieve world class cost
Industry & Context.
Process improvement
U. S. citizenship required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelors degree and 14+ years operations leadership, Master's degree and 12+ years operations leadership, Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, Demonstrated leadership skills, Direct supervisory experience, Experience in aerospace industry
Nice to Have
MBA/advanced degree, Leadership development expertise, Lean certification, Six Sigma certification, CORE certification
What You'll Do.
Develop world class operation
Manage all aspects of operations
Establish production objectives
Execute quality objectives
Maximize labor utilization
Maximize equipment utilization
Implement operating plans
Ensure operational efficiency
Ensure cost effectiveness
Oversee operational performance
Lead location in operational excellence
Lead location in lean transformation
Drive talent development
Ensure ready now successors
Oversee cost reduction efforts
Oversee process improvements
Ensure plants meet targets
Ensure plants meet standards
Accountable for overall safety
Deploy leading indicators
Enhance operational procedure
Enhance operational systems
Enhance operational principles
Achieve world class safety
Achieve world class quality
Achieve world class delivery
Achieve world class cost
Possess big picture vision
Maintain intimate knowledge of departments
Maintain intimate knowledge of job roles
Design supply chain strategies
Maximize productivity
Respond to demand fluctuations
Collaborate with other sites
Lead operational team
Make strategic decisions
Deliver effective communication
Deliver polished communication
Provide constructive feedback
Listen to employee input
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with engineering; Collaborate with quality; Collaborate with materials; Collaborate with Global Supply Chain; Collaborate with other sites; Partner with other sites
Communication Scope
Executive communication
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