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Summary:
PennAero is hiring a Director of Operations at our Monogram Aerospace Fastener company in Commerce, CA. With over 125 years of manufacturing experience, Monogram Aerospace Fasteners prides itself on designing, developing and delivering innovative high-quality aerospace fasteners and products to its customers. In addition to blind bolts, Monogram also offers a wide array of products, including temporary fasteners, collars, and various fastener installation and removal tools.
About PennAero:
PennAero is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered fasteners and specialized components for critical aerospace, defense, space, and advanced energy applications. We partner with customers to solve their most complex challenges, bringing technical depth and disciplined, agile execution when it matters most. Experience guides our growth-strengthening capabilities and expanding our global platform as markets evolve. To learn more about PennAero's capabilities and commitment to aerospace excellence, visit https://pennaero.com

Summary/Objective
TheDirector Operations position implements, standardizes operational practices andpossess strong leadership skills to create/innovate a teamwork environment.
EssentialFunctions
Reportingto the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible formanaging the company manufacturing Operations to achieve the site's businessgoals
The Director, Operations will oversee the areas of Heading, Wedgelock, Plating, Heat Treat, CNC, Maintenance, and Tooling
Responsible for the overall direction, management and results of departments and carries out responsibilities in accordance with policies and applicable laws
Directs LEAN efforts to minimize the cost of quality including scrap, rework while meeting customer quality requirements
Interfaces with customers, vendors, subcontractors and ensures the organization is in compliance with company policies and procedures
Further develops and implements performance metrics to ensure on-time-delivery of production to customers
Collaborate closely with support functions including: Quality, HR, Finance, EH&S, Customer Service/Planning, Design Engineering, CI and R&D
Provide advice and counsel on operational issues to General Manager
Champion and support the current operating system including Policy Deployment, Lean Transformation, Strategic Sourcing and Continuous Improvement Philosophy with hands-on involvement and reinforcement
Drive and instill a culture that embraces teamwork, quality and safety in everything we do
Determine annual Operations Capital budget
Review each expenditure request for accuracy, relevance and ROI
Manage the majority of company direct and indirect headcount resources to include hiring, performance review and employee development to meet production output and gross margin goals
Translate and support global manufacturing strategies
Provide mentoring and training to subordinates
Establish appropriate Operations goals within the context of the global strategy and ensure attainment of these to support top level objectives
Ensure that performance metrics are posted and displayed, assessments are conducted, and visual management systems are maintained
Responsible for the development and maintenance of the skills definitions that the current Skill-Based Pay System
Act as one of the primary points of contact with Bargaining Unit
Process and resolves disputes and grievances in partnership with HR and General Manager
Responsible for setting the tone and maintaining a productive relationship with the Bargaining Unit
Establish and guide oversee SIOP process - assure effective integration between sales, supply chain and operations for effective planning and execution
Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills
Work closely with Monogram Arizona Operations to ensure alignment for production and delivery needs for Monogram

OtherDuties
Pleasenote this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensivelisting of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of theemployee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change atany time with or without notice.

This role is required to be on-site 5 days at the Commerce, CA location.