Manufacturing Operations Manager

Connected Warfare is the team at Anduril dedicated to the modernization of the command and control systems of U.S. and Allied forces. New technologies and new adversaries demand a new approach to battlefield intelligence, and our products are rapidly scaling in production to deliver the volumes that our customers need. You will have opportunities to work on products like Menace-I, Menace-X, Menace-T, and TITAN as well as a wide array of future upcoming products.

You will be the owner of one of these products in production and you will have the opportunity to drive their production ramps. Your work will help to change the balance of defense capabilities on a global scale. 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.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager 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 Production Operations Manager 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.

- 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.

- 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.

- 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.

- 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.

- Knowledge of 5S, lean manufacturing or 6-Sigma principles.

- Proficient with MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).

- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field (engineering, business, or applied science).

- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance.