Director, Operations

Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States' undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.

Job Summary
Working under minimal supervision, the Operations Director will provide direct supervision of production to include management oversight of all shop floor operational activities. Ensures that manufacturing produces products in accordance with company and customer requirements.

• Directs the implementation and execution of manufacturing policies and practices throughout the organization
• Develops and implements operating standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety and on-time delivery
• Establishes policies in the areas of Lean Manufacturing, materials usage, shipping and receiving, capacity planning, production scheduling, safety, customer satisfaction, employee relations and performance measures
• Recommends and implements strategic and tactical changes in manufacturing and operations strategy
• Leads production team capable of carrying out needed operations strategies and improving employee relations
• Provides leadership for problem resolution to facilitate faster improvements and improved working relationships
• Administers operations budget to ensure compliance with organizational expenditure requirements
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations
• Follows the documented management system, including the Quality Policy
• Utilizes root cause analysis to implement corrective actions
• Promotes teamwork and build a culture of continuous improvement and employee empowerment
• Maintains a working knowledge of government and industry quality assurance codes and standards
• Complies with all applicable OSHA and EPA regulations
• All other duties as assigned

• Bachelor degree in an engineering or business discipline (Master's degree preferred),
• A minimum of 12 years progressive operations experience with strong experience in leading operations teams and budgets, managing or establishing a quality management system, managing all aspects of environmental, health and safety in a production environment, establishing and managing production and quality metrics, leading Kaizens, process improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, 5S, TPM, and TPI.
• Strong leadership experience in a manufacturing organization with proven results motivating others, increasing productivity, managing performance, along with rewards and recognition program support.

• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by export laws of the US within the meaning of ITAR. In order to be eligible you must be either a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Working with other functional areas, such as Finance, HR, Supply Chain Management, Business Development, and IT, to ensure Operations is being managed effectively and receiving the proper support from the organization
• In depth knowledge of compliance with GMP, OSHA, EPA and other pertinent regulations/guidance documents.
• Demonstrated project success with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma/Black Belt quality initiatives in a high mix low volume assembly and manufacturing environment.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, problem solving abilities, as well as proven ability to collaborate, work and lead in a team environment.
• Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write technical documents. Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations to management, customers and suppliers
• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis (e.g., using exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations).
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems (e.g., using formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.).
• Computer Skills: Word processing, Spreadsheets, Internet software, E-mail, Manufacturing software, Database software
• Electronics contract manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience in the application of NASA Standards preferred.
• CQE certification preferred
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt preferred
• Mechanical background a plus

• Minimal travel
• The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20 lbs.

• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
• Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
• Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• On-site wellness clinic.

• Competitive compensation.
• 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution.
• Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Fertility and family building assistance.

• Flexible work schedule available based on position:
  • 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Lifestyle spending account
• Perks at work.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options