Director, Manufacturing
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Operations / Plant Manager
Director, Manufacturing
Oversee all production operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality standards are met while aligning with company goals. Manage staff, budgets and schedules, implement lean manufacturing and ensure compliance with regulations. Key duties include improving production, reducing costs and driving technical improvements.
Operation Oversight:
Manage the manufacturing department, focusing on production, performance and quality standards.
Strategic Planning:
Collaborate with senior leadership to set long-range operating goals, budgets, and expansion efforts as needed.
Team Leadership:
Recruit, train, and mentor manufacturing employees; manage schedules and performance.
Efficiency & Quality:
Implement Lean Manufacturing Principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity.
Compliance & Safety:
Ensure compliance with federal/state safety regulations and industry-specific standards (e.g., cGMP).
Inventory & Resource Management:
Oversee production schedules and resource allocation to meet delivery targets.
Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of materials.
Ensure the proper maintenance and operability of manufacturing equipment
Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills
Knowledge of manufacturing software, technologies and data analysis to monitor KPI's
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong project management skills
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related field
Master's degree or MBA in a related discipline is highly desirable
10+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership
Proven track record of implementing process improvements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Potentially prolonged periods standing
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Must be willing to travel
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