L3Harris Technologies - Clifton, NJ
posted 3 months ago
The Operations Program Manager (OPM) at L3Harris will serve as the primary representative for Production Operations, ensuring that cost and schedule commitments are met for the Program Office and external customers. This role involves acting as the main interface between Operations and the Program Management Office (PMO), as well as other functions such as Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance. The OPM will coordinate action plans and address the needs of production operations, working collaboratively with other OPMs to resolve priority conflicts on the shop floor to support program objectives. In addition to managing day-to-day operations, the OPM will take on the responsibilities of an Earned Value Management Control Account Manager (CAM), which includes establishing and maintaining labor baselines and assessing risks and opportunities. The OPM will be tasked with developing and executing manufacturing program plans and schedules to ensure successful production execution. This role will also involve leading the manufacturing support team through problem resolution efforts by understanding program goals, trade-offs, and schedules. Furthermore, the OPM will support proposal preparations for new business and changes in scope for existing programs, and will participate in capacity planning by providing insights on future forecasted work to the Plant's Master Scheduling Team. The OPM will contribute significantly to process improvements aimed at enhancing cost and schedule performance by leading cross-functional teams to identify and capitalize on opportunities. This position requires a strong focus on collaboration, technical performance, and effective communication across various functions to ensure the success of assigned programs.