Are you a seasoned leader with extensive experience in production management and a passion for driving operational excellence? We are looking for a strategic and results-oriented Director of Manufacturing to join our team. In this key role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our manufacturing operations, from production planning and execution to quality control and process optimization. Your deep understanding of production management will be instrumental in enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the highest standards of product quality and safety. As the Director of Manufacturing, you will lead a talented team, implement innovative solutions, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our manufacturing processes. If you are a forward-thinking professional with a proven track record in production management and a drive for excellence, we invite you to bring your expertise to our organization and help shape our future.
Responsibilities:
· Oversee the manufacturing of products, ensuring production, performance, and quality standards are consistently met.
· Optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement lean manufacturing principals.
· Monitors production metrics and KPIs to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
· Ensures a healthy and safe work environment and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, through collaboration with environmental, health, and safety staff.
· Identify and share training opportunities for staff to build and improve their skills.
· Organize department management structure and teams for optimal, efficient operations.
· Work with VP Business Operations to develop and manage operating budget
· Deliver progress and production reports to Leadership Team as requested.
· Maintains and updates manufacturing processes in conjunction with changes to engineering drawings and/or new processes and materials.
· Writes and updates manufacturing SOPs and work instructions for all production processes and functions.
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or a related field or equivalent experience. Master’s degree preferred.
· 10+ years experience working in manufacturing with at least 5 years specifically in production management. Demonstrated expertise in optimizing manufacturing processes and resources.
· At least 3 years of successful leadership or supervisory experience with a proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams.
· Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and principals, with a strong preference for experience in a lean manufacturing environment
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated capacity to influence and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Windows operating systems and familiarity with CADD-driven software. Ability to leverage technology to enhance manufacturing processes.
· Proven ability to handle multiple complex tasks simultaneously and effectively prioritize workload.
· Must be able to sit for extended periods at a desk or computer, capacity to lift up to 25 lbs, proficiency in assembling objects and using various tools, skill in making precisely coordinated movements to assemble very small objects, and navigate manufacturing areas quickly and safely.
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