Manufacturing Operations Management Jobs in Alabama

Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations.

Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they’re often classified. That’s what you’ll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you’ll lead amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it’s time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems.
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a Manufacturing Supervisor for General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) Precision Structures & Optics (PSO) located in Cullman, AL, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for providing daily front-line supervision and support for a team of technicians which includes planning and scheduling work, adhering to schedules and budgets, reviewing work processes, providing updates to management and key stakeholders, and the completion of staff performance appraisals.  This includes maintaining quality control standards and implementing safety procedures. Manufacturing Supervisors manage materials, equipment, and personnel to optimize productivity and minimize waste.  At General Dynamics Mission Systems we manufacture Beryllium products for use in the most demanding applications, across the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries.  Our products are used in high performance sensing systems for targeting and acquisition, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, and are hardened for the battlefield environment.

Representative Duties: 

• Oversee daily machining operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards
• Supervise and train machining team members, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment
• Mentor and develop team members, enhancing their skills and career growth
• Regularly assess performance of team members to established processes and procedures
• Coordinate with the Engineering and Quality departments to resolve any production issues
• Implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs
• Continuously improve machining processes and reduce production lead times
• Experience managing tight production schedules while maintaining high quality and safety standards
• Stay updated with rapidly evolving machining technologies and techniques
• Ability to balance the demands of production efficiency with the need for meticulous quality control

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and blueprints
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Detail oriented and meticulous in ensuring precision and accuracy in all tasks
• Excellent communicator, capable of conveying technical information clearly and effectively
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently
• Committed to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest industry advancements
• Strong sense of responsibility and dedication to maintaining high safety and quality standards

 Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning a development
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site.

While on-site, you will be a part of the Cullman, AL facility

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans