Operations Manager

Job Description Summary
Operations Manager (MSO) in the GE Microwave Data Systems Factory in Rochester, NY. This role oversees all production related activities, including assembly, test, and inspection of PCBAs and finished assemblies. The MSO reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for prioritization of work, communication, and completion of goals. Typical hours are M-F 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Directly supports and supervises regular and contract employees in the assembly, inspection, and electrical test of PCBA's and finished assemblies
• Provide guidance, training and support to team members, monitoring performance to goals, and ensuring staffing targets are met.
• Generates and communicates critical information to management and employees regarding factory and program status using visual factory and MES (Manufacturing Execution System) tools, tracks jobs, sets priorities
• Solve routine problems to ensure that product teams can meet performance goals: Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Delivery.
• Stops a process if a perceived risk to product quality or safety is identified
• Generate daily reports using the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and other methods to report status, problems, and solutions to the manufacturing team.
• Assists with releasing and prioritizing jobs in the factory
• Leads the daily morning production meeting and ties off with B shift
• Aligns work and resources to achieve the most efficient results
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Treat all employees, customers, suppliers and co-workers with dignity and respect.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience supervising in a technical manufacturing environment preferably in the electronics industry.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing; able to lead Kaizen events and identify wastes and countermeasures to address them
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Knowledge of SAP a plus

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing; able to lead Kaizen events and identify wastes and countermeasures to address them
• Able to create a team environment among co-workers by motivating and encouraging positive morale and teamwork, leading by example.
• Knowledge of SAP a plus
• Dedication to Continuous Improvement and Culture Improvement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and maintains a positive attitude
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing; able to lead Kaizen events and identify wastes and countermeasures to address them
• Able to use good judgment, exhibiting good problem-solving skills.