Country United States of America

State / County California

City Paramount

Division Wyman Gordon

Company Carlton

Function Operations

Workplace Type On-Site

Position type Full Time Opportunity

ID 24222

Job Description Position Summary:

The Director of Operations is responsible for leading and executing all aspects of manufacturing and operational performance at Carlton Forge Works. This role has full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and employee engagement across forging and supporting operations. The Director of Operations translates business and strategic objectives into executable operating plans and drives disciplined execution through strong leadership, data‑driven management, and continuous improvement. Success in this role requires the ability to lead a complex, capital‑intensive manufacturing operation while developing people, improving processes, and ensuring compliance with aerospace, defense, and PCC standards.

Scope of Responsibility:

Forging operations and supporting manufacturing processes

Production scheduling and execution

Manufacturing support functions (maintenance, tooling, facilities)

Continuous improvement and operational excellence

Safety, quality, delivery, cost, and financial performance

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership Lead daily manufacturing operations to ensure achievement of Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery objectives

Own and drive operational KPIs with disciplined review cadences and credible recovery plans when targets are missed

Ensure execution of the business plan across daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual horizons

Provide clear direction, accountability, and prioritization across the operations organization Safety & Compliance Serve as a visible role model and sponsor of safety with a zero‑injury mindset

Ensure compliance with EH&S, OSHA, environmental, export control (ITAR/EAR), and PCC policies

Empower employees to identify and escalate safety risks without hesitation

Partner closely with EH&S to continuously improve safety performance and culture Continuous Improvement Champion Lean Manufacturing, TOC, Six Sigma, and PCC toolbox methodologies

Lead and sponsor continuous improvement events focused on yield, throughput, flow, cost, and capacity

Drive improvements in asset utilization

Foster a mindset of relentless improvement across all levels of the organization Quality & Customer Performance Ensure robust process control and adherence to work instructions and procedures

Partner with Quality to maintain AS9100 and customer audit readiness

Drive zero‑defect culture with strong root cause and corrective action discipline Financial & Business Management Own manufacturing cost structure and productivity improvement initiatives

Support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning

Ensure integrity of production and cost data (labor, materials, inventory, variances)

Identify and justify capital investments; lead development of Capital Authorization Requests (CARs) People Leadership & Development Lead, coach, and develop operations managers, supervisors, and technical leaders

Build a strong succession pipeline and depth of talent

Conduct performance reviews, provide regular feedback, and enforce policies consistently

Promote employee engagement, ownership, and accountability Strategic Collaboration Partner with Engineering on process improvements, new product introduction, and manufacturability

Work closely with Supply Chain on material flow, scheduling, and supplier performance

Collaborate with Commercial teams on capacity planning and growth opportunities

Communicate effectively with senior leadership on performance, risks, and opportunities

Measures of Success:

Zero injuries and sustained world‑class safety performance

On‑time delivery and schedule adherence

Improved yield, throughput, and asset utilization

Cost reduction and margin expansion

Strong audit, compliance, and ethical performance

Engaged, capable, and developed operations leadership team

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business (MBA or MS preferred)

7-10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience

Demonstrated success leading complex manufacturing operations

Strong financial and operational acumen

Proven experience driving measurable improvement through Lean / CI methodologies

Preferred Experience:

Forging, metals, aerospace, or defense manufacturing environments

PCC tools, systems, and performance culture

AS9100, NADCAP, and customer audit environments

Leadership Attributes:

Decisive, disciplined, and execution‑focused

Data‑driven with strong problem‑solving skills

High integrity and ownership mindset

Comfortable operating under pressure and competing priorities

Respected leader across all levels of the organization

Reporting Relationship:

Reports to: General Manager

Direct reports: Operations and Maintenance leaders

Relocation:

Relocation is authorized for this position. For informational purposes only, the range for annual base salary for this role is $170,000 to $210,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Executive Bonus Plan, paid out up to 30% of the applicable annual base salary, based on the Company's performance in the prior calendar year. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Relocation Relocation is authorized for this position. For informational purposes only, the range for annual base salary for this role is $170000 to $210000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Executive Bonus Plan, paid out up to 30% of the applicable annual base salary, based on the Company's performance in the prior calendar year. Employees will receive 160 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.