Knowledge Operations Manager Jobs in Decatur, AL

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for the analysis and performance monitoring of the effectiveness of Production control, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, and Integration process and procedures within the organization. This position assists the Director in overseeing the day to day operations for all of the Operations Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist the Director with day to day supervision of Production control, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, and Integration to ensure these departments are operating in accordance with defined organizational policies and procedures, and contract requirements
Oversee all standard operating procedures and processes for Production control, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, and Integration departments
Monitor and Manage all ERP/MRP processes and software projects within the department
Compile reports and statistics to demonstrate and monitor departmental performance based on cost and schedule of requirements
Ensure that all activities are conducted in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), AS9100, and AS9110 Standards
Responsible for providing input and influencing key decisions relating to all aspects of procurement, production planning, and execution of the product realization process
Analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify base issues, minimize risk, protect the continuity of the department, and exploit emerging opportunities.
Serve as a resource to the Director of Operations to resolves issues as needed between other functional and program requirements
Works closely with Quality and audit functions to coordinate department compliance audits and policy input
Support Director regarding departmental long-term planning, processes, budgeting, and proposing
Support Director in attending meetings to ensure cost, schedule, and performance of the organization and to provide internal and external customer support
When necessary work with the Director and / or Managers to complete employee performance evaluations and disciplinary actions
Perform consistent evaluation of maintenance and improvements, partnering with other department Managers to ensure resolution of issues, and consistently directing the evolution of processes and procedures related to the day to day operations of Production Control, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, and Integration
Train and Supervise Production Control, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Integration staff to monitor and resolve customer issues and accomplish objectives, by being a role model to impress upon staff to be self-motivated with the ambition to problem-solve, learn, and create their own mechanisms for resolving issues and most importantly, communicate effectively within a team environment
Interacting with other team members, including department managers and managers from other directorates to ensure execution of the department's overall requirements and objectives.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has direct reports and supervisory responsibilities. This position supervises employees on a daily basis. This position has the authority to carry out assigned tasks and appropriately delegate responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Advanced computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; Dynafact Manufacturing Software, Deltek Costpoint Materials Module and ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with external contacts such as customers, vendors, suppliers, shipping companies, etc.
Must be trustworthy - will handle confidential information routinely.
Effective communication skills to effectively and clearly communicate complex information to others as well as to present information in from of a group.
Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
Ability to follow a process.
Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.
Analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas.
Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to the company's goals.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently
Ability to multi-task.

QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent with 15+ years' experience in Procurement, Manufacturing, or Integration setting. With Certification in Six Sigma Black Belt(SSBB) or Project Management Professional(PMP)
Supervisory experience
Experience working with Costpoint / Cognos required
Working knowledge of AS9100,AS9110, FAR, DFARs
Previous experience with MRP/ERP Software Systems
Ability to pass a drug and background screening
Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.