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Senior Manager, General Manager

Location: 

Valencia, CA, US, 91355

Business Unit:  Systems and Support
Function:  Operations

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, TRIUMPH is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

TRIUMPH participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components, to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact all while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you're ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you'll explore a future with TRIUMPH. 

Triumph Actuation Products and Services Valencia, located approximately 37 miles from Los Angeles and close proximity to other major attractions, designs, manufactures, assembles, and tests Hydraulic Actuation Components for the Aerospace Industry.  We provide landing gear sub-systems, flight control hydraulic valves, actuators, hydraulic reservoirs, and accumulators, as well as offer repair services.

Responsibilities


The General Manager is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the company by working with the President and other management to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans, and policies. The GM will provide overall direction, leadership and oversight to the management team and workforce within the business, with a goal of generating maximum profitability and customer satisfaction. The GM is responsible for the successful execution of programs, formulating and implementing winning strategies, balancing risk and maximizing the strength of the combined functional staffs. This also involves identifying and rationalizing technical tradeoffs and positioning the products against competing solutions.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


•    In conjunction with the Business Unit President, develop and execute annual and long-term strategic business plans, policies and procedures which fulfill the growth and financial return objectives of the company. 
•    Ensure that on time delivery and quality of products is consistent with customer requirements thus driving positive customer relationships. 
•    Lead the development of annual fiscal year business plans, objectives and initiatives to ensure successful site performance and growth. Ensure specific goals, actions and initiatives get implemented and worked with favorable results. 
•    Ensure the integrity of the Site Quality Management System is maintained and followed by all employees, maintaining all necessary site qualifications and certifications. 
•    Working with the OpCo Director of Business Development identify strategic long and short-term potential new business, programs, customers which meet overall business core competencies and technical expertise for the company. 
•    Ensure flawless execution and control of material and supply chain management. 
•    Provide direction and oversight to department heads and value stream managers assuring new programs and projects support present and future business objectives. 
•    Maintain detailed working knowledge and understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous improvement and their importance of driving cycle time and cost out of products. 
•    Act as the driving force to develop and build the business as well as forge an effective management team. Emphasize team building through effective communications, developing an efficient organizational structure that is responsive to strategic program requirements and changes. 
•    Support the business mission and vision of “One Triumph” by modeling desired behaviors, communicating and reinforcing key messages through daily activities and interactions. 
•    Serve as the face to external and internal customers including but not limited to company stakeholders, customers, suppliers, regulatory agencies, community members and state/local authorities. 
•    Support/focus on engaging the workforce, participating in training plan development, promoting positive employee relations, ensuring fair problem-solving processes and support performance management processes
 

Qualifications

Qualifications

 

•    Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, operations or other related degree or extensive relatable experience is required. Master’s Degree or MBA a plus. 
•    Minimum of 10 years’ progressive program management and/or operations leadership experience is required. Experience in job shop nonstandard flexible production is preferred. 
•    Demonstrated success in total profit and loss leadership of an MRO or manufacturing business of $50M in revenue is required; must include ownership of all relevant business functions. 
•    Demonstrable working knowledge and understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement and their importance of driving turn times improvements and cost out of products produced is required. 
•    Experience and success in nurturing, growing and strengthening customer and supplier relationships based on strategic management, a bias for action and a track record of results is required. 
•    Demonstrated ability to apply logic to a wide range of abstract and practical problems faced in the context of business, and to problem solve for positive outcomes is required. 
•    Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

 

Leadership Requirements

 

•    Must be a strategic and analytical, and a results-oriented leader with sound judgment who will empower others to take ownership and pride in company operations.
•    Detailed working knowledge and understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement and their importance of driving cycle time and cost out of products produced.
•    Working knowledge and understanding of business support functions and their contributions including human resources, information technology, accounting, finance, etc.
•    Possesses the ability to apply logic to a wide range of abstract and practical problems faced in the context of business and to problem-solve possible resolutions and outcomes.
•    Development and management of operating and capital investment plans.
•    Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•    Strong track record of establishing and developing a company culture focused on positive employee relations and continuous improvement.
•    Demonstrated experience as a change agent with ability to build trust, influence and communicate at all levels within the organization.
•    Proven ability to collaborate broadly across all levels of the organization and achieve results through accountability with cross-functional teams.
•    Proven experience building dynamic, successful, high performing teams, understanding how to motivate and inspire.
•    A champion who forges customer and vendor relationships.
•    Ability to exercise influence without authority and deliver results without having direct control over the resources needed to achieve.
 

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
  • Healthcare spending accounts
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Incentives and performance-based rewards
  • Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity

 

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Our Vision:

As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:

We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:

  1. Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders.  We value safety, diversity, and respect.
  2. Teamwork – Win as One team-one company.  Solicit help and assist others.
  3. Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality.  Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
  4. Innovation – Passion for growing the business.  Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
  5. Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate.  Proactively solve problems.

 

Code of Conduct:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes.  All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Additional Information:

Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license.  A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via HRDepartment@triumphgroup.com.


Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

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