Director, Production

About ITT:

ITT is a leading manufacturer of critical components for harsh environments that serves fast-growing end markets in flow, aerospace and defense, energy and transportation. Building on our heritage of innovation, we partner with our customers to deliver solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life.

Headquartered in Stamford, CT, we have more than 11,700 employees globally with operations in ~40 countries and sales in more than 125. At our core is our engineering DNA, with 1,280+ engineers, 1,700+ active global patents and ~51 manufacturing locations.

Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA:

Industrial Process:A global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps and engineered valves for chemical, energy, mining, and industrial applications. Our leading brands include the iconic Goulds Pumps (with more than 175 years of history),Bornemann, Habonim, Engineered Valves, Rheinhütte PumpenandSvanehøj.

Motion Technologies:A global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands includeFriction Technologies, KONIandAxtone.

Connect and Control Technologies:A leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands includeITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace ControlsandkSARIA.

The Site Director will serve as the site leader for the Cannon Connectors Business in Irvine, CA and will be responsible for setting the site's operational strategy, leading production, manufacturing engineering and fostering a culture of collaboration and performance.

Since 1915, ITT’s Cannon brand has been a world leader in the design and manufacture of highly engineered harsh- environmentconnector and interconnect solutions.

Safety is a core value  department managers/supervisors play a critical role in creating and maintaining a safe workplace for our employees by following all safety policies and procedures and by observing employees to ensure that safety procedures are followed.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Overall expectations for the position:
Ensure that objectives are attained in an effective manner that is consistent with quality requirements. Delegate authority to key managers and supervisors in safety, production, engineering, supply chain, quality, program management, sales and facilities. Lead all functional areas involved.

Specific responsibilities for maximum results and to avoid typical obstacles:

• Lead & Develop a high performing team to meet or exceed business objectives.
  • Model and drive Safety, Quality and Continuous improvement.
  • Champion engagement, Culture, Respect and Customer centric mindset to all levels of the plant.
• Manage all production programs and operations to achieve on-time and on budget performance. This shall include diligent attention to and pervasive pursuit of continuous improvement programs.
• Ensure full and pervasive compliance to 5S as well as maintaining a ubiquitous focus on safety. Both of these requirements should result in frequent training and other means to raise the level of importance within the operations.
• Remain in compliance with production operations aerospace quality certifications and standards (ISO-9001, AS9100, etc), as well as all health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Report to management and perform real-time tracking and performance to KPIs; including being proactive to execute corrective actions to correct any deficiencies as required.
• Champion the development and use of an approved ERP system.
• Control direct and indirect costs to achieve company budget goals.
• Develop and managing production operations department budgets.
• Lead the facilities department to ensure implementation of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all equipment.
• Have effective and frequent communication with other functional departments to ensure that all production goals and metrics are known and met.
• Promote and champion lean manufacturing initiatives throughout the facility.
• Perform other duties as required to successfully perform the mission.

• Minimum education:
  
  BS degree in an Engineering discipline. Industrial Engineering preferred.
• 10 - 15 years of progressive relevant leadership experience in aerospace, defense or complex manufacturing environments is required.
• Special skills:
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to work independently and to manage time effectively.
  • Ability to exhibit poise, composure and…