VP&General Manager, Cucamonga

Description Position Summary : The VP General Manager is responsible for the strategy, planning, and execution of the Digitran Business Unit of Electro Switch. With a hands-on approach to management, this executive will be responsible for all engineering, production, production process development, quality systems, supply chain, and safety as part of a lean manufacturing environment and corporate culture. Internally, the VP will attract, lead, motivate, and retain the highest caliber team members at all levels of the Business Unit. Reporting to the CEO, the VP will help to define and create the company’s quality culture, accountability, and performance. The VP will also continue the company’s quality track record while aggressively growing and improving the sales&marketing, engineering, and procurement / supply chain management. The VP will also drive efficiency improvements Digitran. Essential Functions / Responsibilities : The VP General Manager duties include but not limited to the following: In conjunction with the CEO and other members of top management formulates, maintains, and administers business objectives, long range goals, and organizational policies, establishing responsibilities and procedures for attaining operational budgets and strategic objectives. Confers with the CEO and other members of top management to review financial statements, operating plans, and quality management system metrics and achievements and discuss required changes in goals, budgets, and strategic objectives resulting from current status and conditions. Design and implement business operations strategies, plans, and procedures. Oversee all operations of the company, including, sales, marketing, human resources, production, engineering, quality, and supply chain. Establish policies that promote company vision and culture. Establish and monitor financial performance and performance to budget. Establish and monitor key manufacturing metrics. Implement continuous improvement programs in manufacturing and engineering. Set performance and growth goals in manufacturing and engineering. Own safety and quality for Digitran Evaluate employee performance by analyzing and interpreting metrics and data. Create appropriate reports / decks for c-suite and board of directors presentations. Assist CFO with financial projections. Participate in activities that will result in expansion (e.g., investments, acquisitions, etc.). Improve engineering efficiency, effectiveness, throughput, and collaboration with production. Manage supply chain leadership, vendors, and partners. Work with the human resources department to develop and implement workforce programs to attract the best applicant and improve employee retention. Establish workforce plans to determine the best skills mix of employees to meet Digitran’s productivity goals. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills&Experiences : Must have a growth oriented mind-set, intellectual curiosity, and superior leadership skills. Must have a Bachelor degree in Engineering with an MBA preferably. Must be fluent in oral and written English. Must be proficient with MS Office programs. Strong continuous improvement background in operations and financial measures. Must be knowledgeable of the use and implementation of ERP systems. Strong program management experience. Experience with aircraft certification preferred. At least 20 years of engineering and operational management experience in a manufacturing environment of electromechanical products for the aerospace/defense/military/high-tech markets. A minimum of 5 years Profit&Loss experience. Leadership experience in the Aerospace industry. Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) Training and Requirements : General Safety, Quality System Awareness, Evacuation Training, Syteline Training. Knowledge of standard safety procedures is required. Physical Requirements : Must have good eyesight for small details on small parts. Light lifting– up to 35 pounds. Travel as needed. Work Environment : Combination of Manufacturing and Office environment