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New Prod Intro Ops Manager

Crane Aerospace & Electronics

Burbank, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$118,300–$128,300 Per Year
SKILLS
Acquisitions Management, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Braking Systems, Business Administration, Career Counseling, Career Development, Control Systems, Data Analysis, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Electronics, Establish Priorities, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Implants, Insurance, Internet/IP Telephony, Lean Manufacturing, Machining, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing Operations, Materials Management, Materials Tracking, Metrics, Military, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Problem Solving Skills, Product Costing, Product Development, Product/Service Launch, Production Schedule, Production Support, Program Evaluation, Program Planning, Project Management Software, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Quality Management, Safety Equipment, Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Support Documentation, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Burbank, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for an New Product Introduction Operations Manager at our Burbank, CA location.


About Crane:


Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).


Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!


Job Summary:


The NPI (New Product Introduction) to Operations Manager for each solution is responsible to successfully transition products from development into production. They will work closely with Business/Program Management to ensure sourcing decisions are aligned with the Strategic Sourcing Plan, and will work closely with Engineering, Site Leaders, Value Stream Managers, MEs and QEs in the creation of the operations plan for the production readiness reviews.


Manage or coordinate the NPI SCM/Ops efforts within the Solution:

• Interface with strategic and tactical Supply Chain teams

• Support IPT teams for new NPI programs

• Determine priorities, remove roadblocks, address engineering issues and ensure actions are completed

• Assist and drive transition to production


Identify and support the operational lead for each program or own the operational lead requirements based on level of NPI efforts within the solution


Maintain and report on critical NPI metrics:


• Track NPI inventory by program

• Track OTD (On-time-delivery) and milestone achievement for NPI programs

• Track tasks/action items for completion

• Track material costs for New Products


Analyze the supply base to determine which suppliers can produce the part within required specifications and timeframes:


• Determine Early Supplier Involvement (ESI) depending on the complexity of commodity ie. CCAs, magnetics, machining etc.

• Manage material acquisition for NPI

• Ensure successful material changeover to production buying

Create and Maintain Program Documentation


Supply Chain Dossier:


+ Drive demand with the business management and scheduling to ensure all program demand is loaded in the system for visibility of requirements as early as possible (for prototype, engineering development, test units, qual, red and black label)

+ Transition from NPI schedule to production schedule

+ Identify major items and sub-assemblies and align with expected suppliers in coordination with Strategic Sourcing and internal manufacturing (sourcing plan)


Highly Engineered Products:


+ Ensure Supply Chain is coordinating between the selected suppliers and Engineering on development of support documentation and development costs are identified and negotiated


Manufacturing Dossier:


+ Ensure manufacturing documents and plans for Major sub-assemblies are identified in the supply chain dossier as internal makes

+ Coordinate with manufacturing, quality, CM, and engineering to execute: Cell requirements, resource needs, tools and test equipment

+ Support Production Readiness Review


Attend Program Meetings including:


• PDRs and CDR (Production/Critical Design Reviews)

• Phase Gate Reviews and Approvals

• Program Reviews

• Vertical Reviews


Coordinate the creation and maintenance of the program sourcing plans


Identify and support/lead supplier assessments related to NPI programs


• Program status related to material and schedule (Cost and Delivery)


• Primary liaison between Product Development, Supply Chain and manufacturing


Staffing Assessment - whether we have enough staff/support for programs; Identify need for NPI headcount through implementation


Any other task assigned by your supervisor or management


Minimum Qualifications:


• Experience: Five years in a manufacturing environment OR an advanced degree and three years in a manufacturing environment experience.


• Knowledge: Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, data acquisition or analysis or other information needed to perform the responsibilities.


• Skills/Abilities: Ability to develop and foster effective working relationships across functions (engineering, quality, manufacturing, etc.); Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence; Ability to run multiple concurrent projects and work well under pressure; Excellent computer and data analysis skills.


• Education/Certification: BS Degree in an engineering discipline or related field or equivalent. MS or MBA preferred.


Preferred Qualifications:


• 2+ years’ experience managing the supply of development hardware


• Experience in program management or program management tools


• Understanding of ITAR rules and requirements


Working Conditions:


• Standard office environment


• Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail


• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment


• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE


• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes


Standing: 25%

Sitting: 75%

Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 25 pounds

Mental/Visual: Use of computer

Workspace (line, cube, etc): Cubicle, desk, manufacturing cell


Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:


o Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date


o Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.


o 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.


o Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.


You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.


We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.


In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.


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Salary range: $118,300-128,300-137,900. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.


_This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job._


_Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status._


At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us.


The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.

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