Director of Manufacturing Operations
3 months ago
Position: Director of Operations Manufacturing
Location: Roanoke, VA
Travel: 40-50% travel required to other U.S. locations
Relocation: Full relocation package and competitive salary offered
Summary
The Operations Director will provide strategic and operational leadership across three U.S. manufacturing plants, focusing on the efficient management of all plant functions, including manufacturing engineering, production, materials management, and employee engagement. This role requires hands-on oversight of plant operations, with a strong emphasis on optimizing production processes, ensuring supply chain coordination, and maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast-paced, custom manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, improve efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across all facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support manufacturing operations across all three U.S. plants, working closely with the Senior Vice President to align operational strategies with business goals.
- Oversee and ensure efficient execution of production plans, managing plant loading, production schedules, and delivery timelines to meet customer commitments.
- Collaborate with sales and project teams to ensure that customer requirements are met, driving coordination between inventory, production, and order fulfillment.
- Manage plant personnel, ensuring staffing levels are adequate, and training programs are implemented to support operational needs.
- Oversee supply chain and materials management teams to monitor material availability, inventory levels, and ensure smooth operation and timely production.
- Drive process improvements in production, equipment reliability, and maintenance schedules to maximize productivity while minimizing downtime.
- Foster a safe and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining housekeeping standards on the shop floor.
- Oversee process controls, ensuring adherence to production quality standards and shipping process efficiency, including handling of heavy hauls.
- Implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and increase plant profitability.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 20 years of experience in plant operations, with a focus on manufacturing environments.
- At least 5 years of senior management experience in an assembly manufacturing environment, preferably in custom manufacturing.
- Proven ability to lead multi-plant operations, drive process improvements, and manage cross-functional teams across diverse locations.
- Strong leadership skills with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Willingness to relocate to Roanoke, VA, with extensive travel to other U.S. plants (40-50%).
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