Director of Operations - Amphenol : Job Details

RFS Technologies designs and manufactures premium-quality cable solutions for commercial wireless networks, mission critical communications, private networks, Distributed Radio Systems (DRS) and other telecom markets in North America. As an Amphenol company, we're part of a global powerhouse in high-technology, interconnect, sensor, and antenna solutions that's enabling the electronics revolution across almost every industry. Our access to Amphenol's innovations and resources means we are uniquely positioned to deliver the end-to-end wireless connectivity solutions you need, when and where you need them.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Operations will lead the Meriden, CT operations team that includes coaxial and hybrid (power and fiber) cables manufacturing, assembly operations, planning, and maintenance. The person is directly responsible for executing all manufacturing processes with emphasis on enhancing operational excellence while reducing costs, implementing new processes, and driving initiatives to meet or exceed company defined KPI's. The production, quality, EH&S, maintenance, and facilities functions will report to the Director of Operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop strong and effective departments by providing positive and objective coaching/mentorship of team managers and leaders
• Implement an optimal organizational structure and cadence to grow the Meriden, CT facility
• Focus on results: drive the teams to achieve yield, quality and financial metrics including revenue and profitability targets
• Participate in establishing Operations goals and objectives. Monitor progress
• Strive for superior internal customer service (on-time production and responsiveness)
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement through rigorous root cause analysis, improvement initiatives and the application of Lean tools and techniques
• Plan and recommend necessary resources to ensure success, including suggestions of capital equipment, development of team members, facility upgrades and effective infrastructure
• Promote environmental, health and safety philosophies and processes that reduce workplace injuries
• Emphasize and reinforce Amphenol Core Values, EHS/Quality policies and Safety procedures
• Assist in creating business processes to ensure profitability

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree: Engineering or Business strongly preferred.
• Minimum 7 years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment with responsibility for growing a customer-focused Business. P&L responsibility.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high growth industry; must be willing to lead from the front and be hands-on and take initiatives
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, teach, train and motivate others
• Strong knowledge of MRO supply chain, purchasing, and logistics as applied to manufacturing
• Excellent project management and problem-solving skills
• Experience with Quality Assurance and Quality Control, including ISO certification and auditing
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Manufacturing Processes
• Excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office Suite
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus
• Solid communication skills
• Ability to recognize improvement opportunities, communicate to internal stakeholders and Executive Leadership Team
• Strong orientation toward customer focus and teamwork