Sr. Plant Manager (Irving, TX)

Sr. Plant Manager (Irving, TX)

Location:

North America, USA, Dallas

Ref:

INTERCONNECTNA00989

Division:

Smiths Interconnect

Job Function:

Operations

Job Description

• Position is in Irving, TX

The Sr Plant Manager will provide management oversight for the Operational site(s). This position provides leadership for all operational personnel to plan, direct, and manage the end-to-end value chain / manufacture of all products within the Semi Test business unit from the assigned facilities and contract manufactures. Achieving high levels of customer service level performance, ensuring product quality and cost / efficiency targets are met while creating an engaged workforce to create a safe world class operations environment. Travel %: 25-30%

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and direct operations team to meet organizational objectives.

• Develop short- and medium-term targets for the site against the three key areas of Quality, Cost and Delivery.

• In collaboration with finance, develop manufacturing schedules and ensure sufficient capital and human resources are available.

• Work with Supervisors to coordinate scheduling and plan daily activities.

• Resolve problems such as parts shortages, production issues, and specifications.

• Initiate and provide engineering review for process improvement and equipment upgrade programs. Evaluate results against consistently updated targets.

• Analyze cost variances and initiate corrective action as needed.

• Manage the selection, training and development, appraisal, and feedback processes within the department to ensure optimal recruiting, selection, motivation, and retention of employees.

• Evaluate performance of direct reports and review performance appraisals for all indirect reports.

• Assure that facilities and all employees comply with all regulatory requirements.

• Using engineering expertise, oversee the introduction of new products and processes into manufacturing to ensure necessary evaluation and coordination of efforts.

• Deliver site KPIs, continuous improvement programs, and site/business financial targets.

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all security protocols and procedures on the site.

• Lead & /or assist in negotiating and managing relationship with employee Unions or Works Councils or Shelter arrangements. Corporate

• Partner with other departments including Human Resources, Quality and Finance to ensure compliance with Group policy and procedural requirements and dissemination of information to the various groups on site, which is received from Division or Corporate, as needed.

• Understand and implement applicable Smiths Interconnect and Smiths Group HSE requirements that are applicable to the site operation.

• Chair Site-level Quality System Management Reviews and ensure that appropriate management oversight processes take place and are effective in achieving their intended purpose, with escalation of problems and delays that are not resolved within reasonable or agreed time periods.

• Approve QMS/EMS documents in accordance with Site document control procedures.

• Host visitors to the site and provide an overview of the site when needed Coordinate the establishment of site environmental objectives, track and publish results.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual

• BS Degree in manufacturing preferred.

• Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes, products, equipment and procedures.

• Graduate caliber preferably in an Engineering or Science related subject.

• Proven knowledge and understanding of business financial analysis tools and processes.

• Thorough knowledge of applicable Quality accreditations, auditing & customer/ regulatory requirements and their application in the site environment.

• Proven problem-solving ability to resolve technical issues as well as employee and departmental and inter-departmental issues.

• Demonstrated high levels of verbal, written, and presentation skills.

• Effective leadership skills to provide overall direction to site team.

• Confirmed planning skills to coordinate manufacturing work centers and schedules.

• Demonstrated HR management skills including the ability to manage the selection, training and development, appraisal, and feedback of employees.

• Ability to prioritize and effectively handle several assignments/problem situations/ projects.

• Ability to work effectively independently, as a team member, and as a team leader.

• Effective at building, structuring and leading global teams potentially comprised of both direct reports and cross-functional resources.

• Ability to develop and present business results to all top management of Smiths Interconnect as well as to clients and customers.

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

• Proven ability to coach and mentor others.

• Demonstrated ability to initiate improvements in manufacturing processes.

About Smiths

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50+ countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170+ year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

About Smiths Interconnect

Smiths Interconnect is a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products that ensure high speed, secure connectivity of critical applications in the defence, aerospace, communications and industrial markets. Our microwave technology is used in radar, communication and surveillance systems that are mission-critical and operate in extreme environments in aerospace and defence. Our microwave components and connectors ensure optimal performance, durability and safety of space satellites. Our semi-conductor test products are used to test highly sophisticated semi-conductors and electronic circuits in communication systems, gaming products and computing devices. Our in-flight antenna systems give passengers internet connectivity gate-to-gate on planes around the world. Our connector and cable solutions ensure reliability of critical medical equipment, and safe operation of trains and transport systems.One of five divisions of Smiths Group, Smiths Interconnect employs over 2000 people. We have a global presence selling our products in over 50 countries with manufacturing facilities in nine countries and offices across North America, Europe and Asia.