Job Description
Senior Operations Leader / General Manager | Southern Tier, NY
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We’re seeking an experienced Operations / General Manager to lead a complex manufacturing operation supporting the nuclear power and military propulsion markets.
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This leader will have end-to-end responsibility for site operations, including manufacturing, engineering, planning, procurement, quality, facilities, and financial performance. The focus will be on customer delivery, operational excellence, capacity growth, continuous improvement, and developing a high-performing leadership team.
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Key priorities:
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• Lead and optimize site manufacturing operations
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• Drive on-time delivery, quality, productivity, and cost performance
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• Manage capacity, backlog, capital investment, and operational growth
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• Develop a strong operations leadership team
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• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement
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• Oversee supply chain, inventory, and working capital objectives
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• Lead labor relations in a union environment
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• Build a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
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Ideal Background:
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• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing/operations leadership
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• Proven experience leading a complex manufacturing site or business unit
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• Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement expertise
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• Strong financial and operational acumen
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• Experience in nuclear, defense, aerospace, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment preferred
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• Union/labor relations experience strongly preferred
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• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
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Why this opportunity?
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This is a true meritocracy. High performers are recognized and given opportunities to grow. The successful leader will have the potential to advance to the next level within 2+ years based on performance and results.
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If you’re an accomplished operations leader looking for a challenging environment with significant responsibility and a clear path for advancement, I’d like to hear from you.
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Location: Southern Tier, NY