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• Work under the general direction of a Cell Operations Manager and is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of employees assigned to a production cell
• Plan, lead, and supervise assigned functions within the Manufacturing Operations Team to manufacture and deliver products in accordance with contractual and related requirements, including quality, procurement regulations, program requirements, cost control/budgets, engineering change control, and environmental compliance
• In the absence of the Group Leader, perform a wide range of machining operations, operate equipment, and oversee product quality and workmanship
• Schedule, assign, and monitor work within the cell to meet program objectives
• Manage assigned program budgets, costs to complete, and compliance with quality systems requirements and procedures
• Establish and maintain metrics to track performance in quality, schedule, cost, and continuous improvement through lean enterprise practices
• Determine needs and provide justification for production tooling upgrades and changes
• Plan for manpower needs and fill deficiencies as needed in consultation with the Group Leader
• Monitor and analyze production processes within the team to ensure work orders are followed properly, takt time is achieved, and required paperwork is completed accurately
• Collaborate with Group Leaders to address production and operational issues
• Interface with assembly, test, and support groups to optimize workflow and manpower loading
• Support the development and control of manufacturing EAC program budgets
• Identify quality issues in the production process and assist in developing and implementing resolutions and preventative measures
• Establish and maintain effective communication within and between functional groups and management to resolve issues
• Plan and determine manpower requirements based on forecasts
• Monitor cost control by scheduling appropriate use of manpower and balancing production needs with overtime requirements
• Oversee the development and revision of assembly and production procedures
• Maintain high performance standards through employee evaluations and training to ensure continuous improvement and compliance
• Conduct employee performance appraisals and provide input for merit increases
• Maintain a properly cross-trained staff to support production needs in accordance with company policy
• Prepare and complete product quotes and estimates
• Lead and/or participate in process improvement efforts to enhance program quality, cost, and scheduling
• Ensure coordination and integration of workflow with continuous improvement through lean activities
• Support company initiatives, including ISO 9000 and Statistical Process Control (SPC), to ensure continuous improvement of policies, procedures, and products
• Support all environmental and safety standards and promote a safe work environment
• Provide leadership in the prevention of damaged goods
• Support quality and manufacturing engineering functions, including CDRL items, customer reviews, engineering change proposals, waivers/deviations, non-conforming material, and procurement quality requirements
• Maintain and monitor visual management systems and collaborate with support departments to improve company systems and performance
• Interview, hire, appraise, and develop department personnel in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
• Guide subordinate Group Leaders on personnel-related matters
• Maintain an adequately trained staff
• Assist management in establishing and maintaining departmental procedures to ensure compliance with quality standards, company policies, ISO standards, and contract requirements
• Support the enforcement of standards, policies, and procedures
• Travel as required
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

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