Senior Director of Manufacturing
Position Summary
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Director of Manufacturing to lead and optimize operational performance across a dynamic organization. This individual will be responsible for driving operational excellence, leading high-performing teams, improving business processes, and ensuring the successful execution of organizational objectives.
The ideal candidate is an experienced operations leader with a strong track record of driving continuous improvement, developing talent, and executing business strategies in fast-paced environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for operational functions across multiple manufacturing sites, departments, or business units.
- Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with company goals and long-term growth initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost performance.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational objectives are achieved.
- Lead, mentor, and develop management teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and engagement.
- Oversee resource planning, workforce optimization, and operational budgeting.
- Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Sales, Engineering, and other key stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and organizational effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, safety, and company standards.
- Support business growth initiatives, capital projects, and organizational transformation efforts as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Progressive leadership experience within operations, manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, distribution, or related environments.
- Demonstrated success leading large teams and driving operational improvements across complex organizations.
- Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets, performance metrics, and strategic initiatives.
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders, lead change, and build high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or other operational excellence methodologies is a plus.
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