Manager, Production, 2nd Shift - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Manager, Production, 2nd Shift
US-ME-Saco
Job ID: 2024-33393
Type: Full Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Manufacturing and Production
Saco, ME
Overview
Manufactures sufficient quantities of quality products at or below budgeted production costs in order to meet demand | Follows established procedures for operating various manufacturing equipment | Sets up equipment feeding, speed and temperature for optimal performance | Selects and measures raw materials and parts to specifications to prepare for production processing | Resolves issues related to the organization's production, machinery, processing and/or packaging operations | Responsibilities are within the Manufacturing/Operations Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines
Responsibilities
Manages production operations for assigned units or during an assigned shift.
Supervises workers that operate production machinery, assemble items, perform quality control,
or package goods for shipment.
Notifies maintenance or engineering departments when equipment requires maintenance or
repair.
Monitors output of assigned area(s) against established schedules or quality goals. Coordinates
the flow of work through the department and ensures that department has sufficient levels of
inventory to meet demand and is staffed appropriately.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has some responsibility for personnel actions
related to hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions with concurrence from the HR Directors &
General Managers.
General Profile
Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
Supervises the daily activities of support staff or production team members. Does not typically perform the work supervised
Must have any type of one direct report or more
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree and 5-7 years experience
Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/ or Experience
Preferred Education:Bachelor's Degree
Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations or Business degree preferred
Skills:
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to work as part of a team. Decision-making skills. Problem/situation analysis. Project management skills. Planning skills.
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Saco, ME
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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