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Associate Manager, Operations

Camden, Arkansas

Job ID 16884
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Assoc. Manager, Operations 

Job Code: 16884

Job Location: Camden, AR

Job Schedule: 4/10 Work Schedule:Employees work 10 hours per day, 4 days a week

Job Description:

The Operations Manager directs the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply. Plans and administers procedures and budgets. Makes budgetary recommendations and at higher levels, controls capital expenditures and direct/indirect labor and is responsible for managing two or more of the following activities related to operations: manufacturing, production planning, manufacturing engineering, test, quality, or shipping/receiving/stores. Develops schedules and manpower requirements for assigned areas. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Essential Functions:

  • Provides direction to subordinate supervisors/assemblers based on general policies and management guidelines.
  • Interprets and executes policies that typically affect subordinate organizational groups. Coordinate work programs for shift operations.
  • Plans and coordinates integrated schedules for personnel, material and facilities utilization.
  • Provides assistance to subordinates in meeting schedules.
  • Responsible for assigned department budgets.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum 6 years prior manufacturing experience. 
  • Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior manufacturing experience. 
  • In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related manufacturing experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience in implementation of a manufacturing process improvement activity is desired.
  • Demonstrated performance in factory operations including a thorough knowledge of scheduling, planning, forecasting, performance measurements.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to lead effectively in a challenging team environment. 
  • Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to plan, organize, coordinate, direct and control the activities of the assigned organization. 
  • Willingness to be available to supervise occasional overtime work as deemed necessary by company commitment to schedule. 
  • Willingness to assist in additional job duties as assigned by Management is vital.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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