Associate Manager, Operations Management
Listed on 2026-01-11
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Manufacturing / Production
Operations Manager, Manufacturing Engineer
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Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work‑life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
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Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission‑critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end‑to‑end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Associate Manager, Operations Management - Additive Manufacturing & Machining
Job Code32524
Job LocationCanoga Park
Job Schedule9/80:
Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off
First Shift
Job DescriptionThis position will be responsible for directing the daily activities related to the execution of Additive Manufacturing, Electro Discharge Machining, and machining of small components that are assembled into our rocket engines and power system products. The manager will oversee several work centers related to additive manufacturing and machining of small components. The manager is responsible for the work center’s performance to cost, schedule, and quality.
This management position is also responsible for the performance of 1st shift hourly and salaried personnel in supporting all current and future propulsion programs.
- Managing Work Centers:
Manage the throughput of hardware in the work center. Maintain metrics of performance to help monitor performance to maximize utilization of resources. Coordinate technical support to ensure hardware velocity. Maintain tooling and work center readiness (e.g. safety, calibration, and preventative maintenance plans). - Managing Union & Salary Employees:
Direct daily work assignments to meet quality, cost, and schedule commitments. Maintain employee training, certifications, and critical skills. Mentor and support employees on career growth. Approve timecards and manage labor charging to ensure regulatory compliance. - Support Lean Manufacturing & Process Improvement Initiatives:
Drive process improvement projects to achieve greater efficiency, effectiveness, and reliability with a focus on reduced costs and improved quality. - Support & Drive Safety:
Identify, report, and eliminate unsafe acts and unsafe conditions. Work with your teams to implement safety improvements and drive a culture that promotes a safe environment. - Support Site Audits:
Support internal and external audits of the manufacturing area. Drive root cause analysis investigations and implement corrective action on any findings.
- Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant Operations experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related Operations experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C., Denver, or NYC areas is $88,000 - $164,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $76,500 - $141,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
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Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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