General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Sr Manager, Production to join our Scranton, PA team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

 

GD-OTS in Scranton, PA offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.

 

Summary: 

 

Oversees the production or manufacture of sufficient quantities of quality products at or below budgeted costs in order to meet demand | Resolves issues related to the organization's production, machinery, manufacturing process and/or packaging operations | Responsibilities are within the Production or Manufacturing Operations Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines.

• Oversees daily operations of one or more assigned production or manufacturing areas. 
• Ensures that output of assigned area(s) meets established schedules or quality goals. 
• Manages a team that is responsible for operating production or manufacturing machinery, assembling items, performing quality control, or packaging goods for shipment.  
• Ensures that department has sufficient levels of inventory to meet demand and is staffed appropriately.  
• Collaborates with R&D, product development/engineering, facilities management or maintenance, customer service, or other functions to ensure that organizational goals regarding safety, efficiency, quality, and profitability are met. 

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in a relevant function and
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience of people management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Business, Supply Chain, Engineering 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Management Skills
• Problem / situation analysis.
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build collaborative relationships
• Analytical thinking skills
• Judgement
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Physcial Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facility
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changine climate and/or operate machinery
• May be requested to work a different shift.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only.  The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills.  Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.