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Division Operations Manager

Location : Akron, OH, United States

Job Family : Manufacturing and Production

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Sep 5, 2025

Job ID : 59397

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Position Summary

The Division Operations Manager is accountable for all operations within the Braking Systems Division (5 manufacturing locations) and responsible for achieving the results identified by the corporate WIN Strategy and long-term strategic plan. Leads a team of empowered team members to continuously meet and exceed customer expectations. Provide leadership for all Division operating facilities. Coordinate cross-functional activities that may include any or all functional departments. This position is directly responsible for manufacturing operations and is expected to interact with current and prospective customers, distributors and all levels of divisional personnel.

Essential Functions

• To profitably grow the business and achieve value stream, division and corporate goals

monthly, quarterly and annually. Works with current and potential customers to promote and

leverage company technologies, systems, products and services.

• Establishes and maintains premier customer service.

• Leads strategy deployment for the operation concentrating on Lean Initiatives and asset management. Leads manufacturing and process engineering to ensure operational efficiency and economy.

• Accountable for driving Lean Initiatives throughout the operation to ensure they are fully

embraced and implemented.

• Ensures the operation has adequate inventory, production control scheduling, shipping/receiving

logistics.

• Develops a budget plan and manages operation within budget constraints.

• Maintains familiarity with competitive environment within geographical area of responsibility.

• Represents the operation at the value stream and division levels.

• Provides leadership by promoting team concepts, coaching, counseling, retaining, mentoring,

training, talent management, and individual development. Drives a culture of accountability and

results through strategy deployment and effective performance management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in a technical or business discipline required; MBA desirable.

• Minimum seven years of operations experience with budgetary and P&L responsibility (e.g., Business Unit Manager, Plant Manager, Manufacturing Manager).

• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities using effective problem solving /

resolution skills and a team focus.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively and persuasively present

information to management, customers, and employees

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual and Long-Term Incentive Programs

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

• Career development and tuition reimbursement

• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)