Plant Operations Director

4 weeks ago


Binghamton, New York, United States The Judge Group Full time
Job Title: Plant Operations Director

We are seeking a seasoned Plant Operations Director to lead our manufacturing facility in the Binghamton, NY area. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations of the plant, including manufacturing support, process improvement, quality, and direct P&L management.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing operations, with a proven track record of driving efficiency, quality, and operational improvement programs. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to optimize plant performance, while ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Direct all operations and expenditures to ensure optimal results and maintain compliance with all legal requirements.
  • Develop and drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality, safety, leadership, productivity, inventory, supply chain, and lean initiatives.
  • Serve as the site's primary customer contact, effectively maintaining strong relationships, forecasting demands, resolving problem areas, and ensuring technical and quality support.
  • Plan, develop, and implement operational policies and goals to ensure the organization operates at peak productivity and profitability.
  • Oversee plant project planning, budgeting, and on-time completion.
  • Propose and manage plant budgets, ensuring spending controls are in place to maintain predetermined limits.
  • Adjust plans, programs, and operations based on fluctuations in projected sales demand.
  • Ensure accurate completion of monthly operations reports and updates to KPI dashboards.
  • Work with department managers and controller to evaluate plant performance vs objectives, operating costs, and project management status - adjust plans based on variances.
  • Coordinate with sales, R&D, and corporate engineering departments regarding new business, product trials, projects, and capital projects.
  • Communicate openly, clearly, and directly with all employees.
  • Maintain exemplary leadership style, structured performance management, and a leadership development system for the plant.
  • Partner with Human Resources on labor relations issues and activities.
  • Address and resolve customer or labor complaints.
  • Develop employees for future advancement.
  • Maintain a visible presence on the manufacturing floor and effectively supervise personnel.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related business or technical field, or equivalent education and experience.
  • 5+ years senior manufacturing management experience, including direct P&L responsibility.
  • Managerial experience in a high-volume manufacturing facility.
  • Experience managing in a self-directed work team environment.
  • Proven experience with lean tools and budget management, driving efficiencies and cost reduction.
  • Strong analytical, computer, and communication skills.
  • Excellent management, coaching, and leadership aptitude.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Relocation assistance is available for well-qualified candidates.



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