Associate Operations Manager

Are you an Associate Operations Manager who is looking to join one of the top companies within the Aerospace and Defense Industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience in a manufacturing environment?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today!

Acara Solutions is seeking highly qualified candidates to work ON-SITE with our client in Camden, NJ. Interested?

Here's what you'd do:

• The Associate Manager, Operations Management will oversee the manufacturing of custom electronics or electronic systems from engineering requirements to production and delivery of end item to customer.
• The candidate will work closely with multiple teams to ensure manufacturing milestones are achieved within budget while adhering to master plans and schedules to maximize customer satisfaction.
• The candidate will directly supervise/manage assembly labor personnel in accordance with prescribed manufacturing schedules, cost (hours per unit) targets, and quality levels.
• The candidate will interface, develop relationships and work closely with manufacturing leadership, production planning, the program management office, engineering and procurement, PMO and functional organizations to resolve production issues and facilitate on-time delivery.
• The candidate will utilize production planning processes, provide supervision and managerial support, and utilize the following to complete all assignments.
• Earned Value Management.
• Technical / Electronic Manufacturing operations management.
• Workflow and Material Scheduling.
• The ideal candidate will make moderate to substantial improvements in manufacturing processes and establish short-term operational plans to deliver measurable contributions to functional and business area results.
• This role communicates with parties within and outside of the organization to include customers or vendors.
• The successful candidate will communicate within the organization to explain current status, future expectations.
• This role will lead and direct the work of the production team comprised of manufacturing/assembly professionals who are Unionized.
• Provides input on hiring, firing, promotion, performance or compensation decisions for own organization.

Here's what you'll get:

Pay: $58.00 / hr.

Hours: 9/80 hrs/Week (1^st shift)

Length: Temp to Direct (5 Months)

Sound like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in a variety of industries around the world, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in leading teams/managing employees.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Associate Degree.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science or Business Administration.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in electronic manufacturing.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in managing projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Proven leadership and management capability.
• Experience leading in a Unionized environment
• A background in 5S, Safety at Work and process improvements
• Experience in project management within a production environment
• Minimum of 2 years experience in earned value management (EVM) systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer-based project management tools associated with scheduling and cost monitoring
• Working experience using 3D models in a production environment
• Understanding of the manufacturing practices of electronic components
• Working knowledge of MS Office products such as Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Mfg Reqmts Planning (MRP) systems, SAP.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• Active Secret DoD Clearance
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a "U.S. Person," as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.