Mgr Visual Instruction Operations 2

The candidate in this role will mentor and lead all levels of personnel responsible for developing Visual Work Instructions (VWIs). The candidate will also assist in analyzing digital design data and utilize these products in conjunction with build plans to create quality and accurate VWIs. Interprets and adds design elements and portions of systems for VWIs to meet manufacturing and installation requirements. Utilizes computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools such as Teamcenter NX SAP NGP and TDP. Incorporates required changes as applicable. Advises management of the status of work in progress material availability and potential production problems to ensure that personnel equipment materials and services are provided as needed. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity quality and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. The candidate will make decisions that directly impact departmental goals and business operations. They will also coordinate with other organizations in the value stream to meet program objectives. Along with performing all other duties as assigned.

Job Summary: The Visual Instruction Operations Manager 2 is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the development of visual work instructions managing a production team and collaborating with other managers to drive operational excellence. This position requires a strong leader who can mentor and guide personnel analyze and resolve issues and present data-driven insights to senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Mentorship: Mentor and lead all levels of personnel responsible for developing visual work instructions providing guidance training and feedback to ensure high-quality output and continuous improvement.
• Collaboration and Issue Resolution: Work with other managers in the value stream to identify and resolve potential issues ensuring seamless operations and minimal disruptions to production.
• Performance Metrics and Reporting: Present performance metric data to leadership the program office and the Navy providing actionable insights and recommendations to inform strategic decisions.
• Special Projects: Take lead on special projects in addition to managing the production team to drive innovation efficiency and process improvements.
  Production Team Management: Manage a team of production personnel overseeing the development of visual work instructions and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Additional Duties: Perform all other duties assigned by senior leadership including participating in cross-functional teams.

Bachelors Degree in relevant field and a minimum of 6 years of applicable progressive professional exempt and/or supervisory work experience; Masters degree and 4 years relevant exempt experience.

One of the following may be used as equivalent to a Bachelors Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• Associates Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
• Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing Shipbuilding Trades Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
• High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing Shipbuilding Trades Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience

Note: Experience obtained while performing work as a Visual Instruction Developer will be considered towards qualifying ONLY for Exempt jobs specific to Visual Instruction job titles.

Strong leadership and management skills with experience in mentoring and guiding teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to present complex data to senior leadership and external stakeholders
Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment
Experience in developing and implementing process improvements with a focus on efficiency and quality
Strong understanding of visual work instruction development production and management
Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities and deadlines
Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Experience in a similar role with a focus on visual work instruction development and production
Knowledge of lean principles and process improvement methodologies
Experience working with the Navy or other government agencies
Strong technical skills with experience in using software and tools relevant to visual work instruction development and production (SAP NGP TC NX DDMS etc.)