Chromalloy provides repair services for turbine engine components.  Chromalloy's entry into the gas turbine business occurred in the 1950's when a diffusion coating was developed to provide oxidation protection for nozzle guide vanes in the first generation of commercial jet engines. Since then, Chromalloy has grown at a steady rate and today offers specialized compressor and turbine repair and coating services in the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Chromalloy developed the first commercially viable aluminide coatings for the protection of cobalt and nickel based alloys and stainless steels in the early 1960's. These coatings and their derivatives are still used extensively by manufacturers of gas turbine engine components. As many of the turbine components first protected with Chromalloy coatings returned from service, it became apparent their condition was such that they could be reused after suitable repair. This led to the development of strip and re-coat procedures for diffusion coatings, and to the development of advanced technology to perform metallurgical and mechanical repairs which have served as the base for Chromalloy's growth in the gas turbine engine field.

Chromalloy has directed substantial resources toward research and development of ceramic coatings (thermal barrier), vacuum plasma coatings, advanced laser drilling and welding, diffused precious metal/aluminide coatings and other innovative processes designed to allow gas turbine engine components to operate more reliably and efficiently at higher operating temperatures and under severe environmental conditions.

The vitality of Chromalloy comes from its people. The company offers an environment for employees to achieve personal goals for success on the basis of their ability to generate results compatible with the international objectives of the company. This philosophy combined with strong support by the management for focused investment in our future enabled Chromalloy not only to grow, but to successively compete and overtake competitors in the high technology repairs and metallurgical coatings and processing.

The Director of Operations is a key member of Chromalloy’s leadership team and will work closely with the General Manager to lead and direct the day-to-day operations of the San Antonio operations.  Specifically, the Director of Operations will be responsible for the following:

Major responsibilities will include:

Working closely with the General Manager to lead the operations in achieving the overall operational goals and objectives of the business to include production, quality, cost, safety, engineering and customer specific objectives.

Supervising Manufacturing operations and be responsible for production and P&L performance.

Promoting operational excellence through the utilization of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

Communicating with internal and external customers to understand delivery requirements and set production and shipping schedules to meet these requirements.

Leading the operation in determining manpower and equipment requirements.

Providing a leadership role model in terms of professional behaviors and personal accountability.

Identifying capital projects and preparing capital justification requests. 

Actively supporting business development to increase revenue, win new business from existing customers, and win new customers.

Ensuring compliance with customer/F.A.A requirements and company policies and procedures.

Using Management Operating System tools to monitor productivity, quality and cost effective work. 

Resolving performance/disciplinary issues with employees in coordination with Human Resources.

Understanding and implementing HR policies set forth by the unit or corporate HR policies.

Improving internal communications and driving higher levels of employee engagement.

Leading, coaching and developing staff to ensure that Chromalloy Component Services has the necessary talent to meet the demands of the business today as well as growing talent to meet the exciting growth challenges of the future.

The successful candidate will have 8 years plus of experience managing customer focused manufacturing operations to include a strong technical background in more industrial oriented manufacturing operations.   The ideal candidate will have a proven track record successfully managing operations to achieve bottom line profitability through sustainable operational excellence to include lean manufacturing, process management, systems maximization and the development of a strong team. The successful candidate will be able to effectively build and manage relationships in an industry where competition is strong and results are achieved through operational and quality excellence.  Experience managing a business from the top to the bottom lines is required of the successful individual.  This will include experience in operations, systems management, quality, customer service, financial management and people management and development.  Experience working with and supporting a team in a results oriented environment is a must for the successful candidate.  Experience leading cross-functional teams to achieve business results is extremely important.  Experience building a highly effective, results oriented team is also required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical field.  Advanced degree in technical field or business desired.

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