Director of Manufacturing

4 days ago


Wilton IA United States HNI Corporation Full time
***This is an on-site role in Muscatine, IA. Relocation eligible***Join the HNI Corporation family and become a driving force in shaping exceptional workplace experiences We're seeking a dynamic Director of Manufacturing Operations to lead our factory in Muscatine, IA, where you'll enjoy competitive compensation plus an enticing annual bonus.Your Impact Starts the Day You DoAt HNI, we're not just about furniture; we're about transforming spaces where people live, work, and gather. Integrity, inclusion, and belonging are at the heart of everything we do. As a Director of Manufacturing for Flow, you'll play a pivotal role in achieving outstanding customer satisfaction by mastering Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost targets through effective leadership.Here's what you'll tackle in this performance-driven role:Drive Improvement in SQDC Performance
  • Enhance safety by reducing TRIR, lost time, and workers' compensation costs through proactive safety management and incident response.
  • Improve facility service request rates by addressing customer and audit issues while coaching the team on quality management systems.
  • Develop robust problem-solving processes to reduce backorders and maintain >95% lead time performance.
  • Manage budget targets and drive cost improvements in labor, materials, and overhead.
Optimize Material and Information Flows
  • Create a model area based on "true north" principles to set a standard for materials.
  • Collaborate with Scheduling and Operations to implement effective production scheduling criteria.
  • Form and guide a cross-functional team to improve material usage and control processes.
Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesDevelop Leadership Talent
  • Build and mentor leadership capabilities to meet current and future organizational demands.
Ensure Clarity in Communication
  • Clearly articulate intent, expectations, and desired outcomes to minimize rework and misunderstandings.
Provide Coaching and Strategic Alignment
  • Coach and influence team members across product flows, focusing on issue resolution, strategy alignment, and process optimization.
Monitor Operations Management Execution
  • Maintain shop floor presence, conduct formal audits, and address process execution breakdowns.
Coordinate Workforce Adjustments
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to translate forecasts into labor staffing adjustments.
Influence Resource Prioritization
  • Direct resource allocation to achieve performance metrics and breakthrough cost improvements.
Foster Team Unity and Engagement
  • Transition the team culture from "we say" to "we live" by integrating behaviors and processes into the ecosystem.
Address Leadership and Process Gaps
  • Overcome leadership inexperience in process discipline and enhance collaboration across historically siloed functions.
Your qualifications:
  • Experience: 6+yrs of proven leadership experience as a director or operations manager within a manufacturing setting. 10+ yrs of relevant experience in lieu of education
  • Previous experience leading high variation, fast-paced manufacturing environments.
  • Effective communication skills (verbal and visual).
  • 5 + yrs of demonstrated knowledge and application of lean tools.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Organizational/Business Management, or a Masters degree in a related field is preferred.
Ready to take your career to new heights? Join us at HNI Corporation and be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to thrive and lead in a supportive environment. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate. Let's shape the future together. Apply nowHNI Corporation(NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. Theworkplace furnishings segmentis a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. Theresidential building products segmentis the nations leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products.As one of the larger employers in Iowa, HNI Corporation was recognized in 2018, 2019, and 2020 for the diversity of our Board of Directors and was named in 2020, 2021, and #6 in 2022 as one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.How we act today protects how we live tomorrow. Check out our CSR Report here:social-responsibilityDiversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), are not just core beliefs at HNI - they are operational imperatives. We value each others differences in experiences and ideas to solve problems and better serve our customers.Take a look at our DEI goals here:diversity-equity-and-inclusion.We offer Benefits on Day 1, including a new voluntary benefit, Daily Pay To learn about all the benefits HNI has to offer visitwww.HNIbenefits.com.We also invite you to visit us atwww.HNICorp.com to learn moreRequiredPreferredJob Industries
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