Performance Center Director

Performance Center Director The Manufacturing General Manager (Performance Center Director) is a senior operations leader with full P L responsibility for a complex aerospace structures manufacturing site. This role is designed for a leader who thrives in high-expectation, action-oriented environments and has a proven track record of improving performance, not maintaining it. The successful candidate will be accountable for driving measurable improvements in cost, delivery, quality, and working capital, while strengthening operational discipline and talent capability. This is not a steady-state leadership role. The General Manager is expected to actively engage in problem-solving, challenge existing processes, and move the organization forward at pace. Revenue: Approximately $60M Employees: Approximately 150 Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Facility in Parsons, Ks manufactures precision parts for passenger and military aircraft. Travelers around the world count on our employees for their commitment to quality. Job Summary Key Responsibilities Business P L Leadership Own full-site P L with direct accountability for operating income, cash flow, cost structure, and productivity improvements. Translate strategic objectives into aggressive, achievable operating plans and execute with urgency. Identify underperforming areas quickly and implement corrective actions decisively. Operational Excellence Execution Lead manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and support functions to deliver sustained improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that result in tangible gains, not theoretical models. Actively remove barriers to execution, making timely decisions in imperfect conditions. Ensure operational readiness for new programs, volume changes, and evolving customer requirements. Change Leadership Culture Set a clear performance standard and hold leaders accountable for results. Lead cultural change initiatives that reinforce ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement. Personally model Lean and Six Sigma behaviors through visible engagement and follow-through. Build a culture that rewards problem-solving, adaptability, and results over process preservation. Cross-Functional Customer Interface Partner with program management, finance, engineering, and corporate functions to ensure alignment and execution. Support contract execution and customer commitments through hands-on operational leadership. Participate in bid/no-bid decisions and make/buy analysis with a focus on manufacturability and margin. Engage with customers and suppliers as needed