Operations Manager (1 Opening) 1st Shift

Founded in 1857 and headquartered in Bristol, Connecticut, Barnes Group consists of three businesses: Barnes Distribution is an international, full-service distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) supplies. Barnes Distribution currently offers more than 50,000 regularly-stocked products to a diverse customer base in North America, Europe and Asia through a sales force of over 1,500 professionals. Through an array of service options built around a vendor managed inventory (VMI) business model, Barnes Distribution can improve the productivity of its customers while substantially reducing procurement and transaction costs. Barnes Industrial is one of the world's largest manufacturers of precision mechanical and nitrogen gas springs, and is a global supplier of retaining rings and injection-molded plastic components that are used in a variety of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) applications. With production facilities located on four continents and a world-class Product Development Center (PDC), Barnes Industrial is among the most technologically advanced, creative and customer-centric global suppliers of precision engineered components. Barnes Aerospace produces precision machined and fabricated components and assemblies for OEMs of turbine engines and airframes for commercial, military and business aircraft as well as land-based industrial gas turbines.   Barnes Aerospace's machining operations specialize in tight tolerance gear machining and complex assemblies, while its advanced fabrications operations specialize in processes such as superplastic forming, laser milling and diffusion bonding. Barnes Aerospace also provides rapid jet engine component overhaul and repair services for many of the world's major commercial airlines, the U.S. military and engine OEMs. The Windsor Airmotive Division has an exciting career opportunity in its manufacturing operations organization.  We are seeking a dynamic individual to play an integral role in driving and supporting our business goals and objectives for profitable, sustainable growth.  The right candidate should have a proven track record of leadership and building collorabortive teams, to bring about results.  He or she will “lead by example” and act as a proactive liaison between the Division Manager and manufacturing personnel to champion change initiatives and to continue to satisfy and exceed customer expectations.  If you are a high-energy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, please submit your name for further consideration. Core Responsibilities:Develop and maintain an effective operations organization through selection, training/development and motivation of a manufacturing team.Develop employee talents to obtain short and long-range goals by effective direction, counseling and training according to an overall business plan.Plan and control MRO manufacturing operations at lowest cost consistent with established specifications for customer quality.Responsible for year over year cost reductions (5%) and Turn Around Time reductions through the utilization of Continuous Improvement projects.Reduce both internal and external quality escapes showing year over year improvement while introducing new products into the shop. Direct the preparation of specifications as to quality, quantity, delivery and service required for purchase of plant equipment, supplies, and materials to meet production schedules.  Involves suppliers in the design of these services optimizing the needs of the MRO facility.Provide leadership and direction to workforce in a manufacturing environment; establish production priorities and schedules consistent with unit goals.Prioritize and schedule work assignments for hourly workforce, provide performance assessment and development, coaching, mentoring and technical support, as needed.Implement 5S, set-up reduction initiatives, TPM initiatives and standard work planning to achieve customer turn around times under 20 days.Maintain an on time delivery above 90%.In addition to being responsible for the Manufacturing Personnel the Facilities Organization also reports to this position.  Qualifications:  3 years of related operations or manufacturing experience in the Aerospace MRO or related industries.  Demonstrated success implementing change in a manufacturing environment.Demonstrated experience in making sound business judgments related to product manufacturing.Demonstrated success in leading by example.  Ability to facilitate and manage change effectively.Effective interpersonal skills – able to communicate and engage personnel at all levels of the organization.Lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience/training a definite plus.  Education Requirements:B.S. degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent. MS or MBA degree highly desirable. At Barnes Group Inc. we recognize that our strength and success comes from our employees. We are a diversified global manufacturer and distributor. Our business success reflects the desire to expand the diversity of our employees as well as our customers. We call upon and utilize the full potential of our diverse workforce. Barnes Group Inc. is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Barnes Group Inc.'s policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or veteran status at all job levels. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity. All other personnel programs such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or veteran status   Click here to apply online Position Information Company: Barnes Group Inc. Location: East Granby, CT 06026 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Manufacturing/Production/Operations Relevant Work Experience: 2+ to 5 Years Career Level: Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Reference Code: 325