Product Operations Manager

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Daikin Applied is seeking a Product Operations Manager. The Product Operations Manager will provide leadership for the Compressor business unit by helping to set the direction for product and process improvements and by motivating their staff to accomplish project assignments. With general direction, you will develop staff to improve the organization's efficiency and capabilities and provide technical leadership for products and processes required to satisfy our internal and external customers by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Staunton, VA – On-site  

Your Responsibilities:

• Performance management and staff development actions and communications

• Resource management and planning of exempt and non-exempt direct reports

• Lead major engineering projects and initiatives of the department/group

• Meeting commitments made to all customers, both internal and external

• Evaluate and guide staff on project assignments

• Make recommendations and implement various design changes and associated cost reductions

• Plan and formulate aspects of research and development proposals, such as the objective or purpose of the project, applications that can be utilized from findings, costs of the project, and equipment and human resource requirements

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

• 6+ years of related manufacturing engineering experience

• Understanding of mechanical components for rotating machinery

• 4+ years of people leadership experience

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance  

• 401K retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off and company-paid holidays

• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law

• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service 

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $100,800-$171,700 + 15% bonus in Virginia. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade in which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. 

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