Director of Advanced Manufacturing Operations

12 hours ago

Maryville, Tennessee, United States American Outdoor Brands Corporation Full time
Job Title: Director of Advanced Manufacturing

Join American Outdoor Brands Corporation as we seek a highly skilled Director of Advanced Manufacturing to lead our manufacturing organization in driving innovation and efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our company.

About the Role:

The Director of Advanced Manufacturing will be responsible for creating and developing systems aimed at manufacturing more efficiently to meet customer demands and identify areas of next-generation technology. This role will cross-collaborate across multiple functional areas, including supply chain, engineering, production, and other groups to implement and design technologies that impact multiple areas of business operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Act as the relentless leader of our Continuous Improvement Effort and our transformation into Advanced Manufacturing.
  • Partner with the business to build and execute Enterprise manufacturing strategic roadmaps that are aligned with business strategies and highlight opportunities for transforming the business by embracing advanced technology capabilities.
  • Build a world-class team; recruit, develop, engage, and retain talent.
  • Oversee the strategic planning, deployment, and execution of advanced manufacturing technologies ensuring seamless integration of digital solutions with existing processes.
  • Manages and oversees development, implementation, sustainment, and improvement of advanced systems used in the manufacture of firearms.
  • Analyzes current program manufacturing and development processes, identifying opportunities for automation, modifications, and improvements.
  • Conducts research and analysis to determine the feasibility, costs, and performance benefits of advanced manufacturing technologies or enhancements.
  • Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring within their function at one or more sites.
  • Provides multisite-level factory support, partnering with the site and program leadership teams to implement manufacturing technologies that support business needs.
  • Oversees the execution of cost and schedule to ensure timely completion of projects, while identifying potential roadblocks or proactively monitoring for issues to meet milestones.
  • Conduct meetings, consolidate, and present plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the project(s).
  • Accountable for scouting operational technology (OT): Technology solutions, applications, and deployment approaches and partnering with IT on scouting events for new digital capabilities for the enterprise.
  • Identify opportunities for digital innovation and automation to improve manufacturing processes.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with the implementation of new technologies.
Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of manufacturing experience with 7+ years of leadership experience (directly managing people or indirectly managing through projects), required.
  • Degree in a technical or engineering field such as mechanical, manufacturing, or related areas.
  • Additional Certifications: Continuous improvement, Lean tool expert, and/or Six Sigma Green Belt.
  • Proven record of process improvement in Metal Machining, Plastic Injection Molding, or Assembly.
  • Related experience includes professional experience to include a background in automation engineering and manufacturing technology.
  • Advanced knowledge of manufacturing technologies.
  • Experience with digital manufacturing and cyber security.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to apply engineering theories, practices, and procedures to products and processes.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • You have excellent project management experience and have experience in building and executing strategy.
  • You are process-oriented; able to identify process improvements and implement change successfully and have strong influential skills with the ability to interact successfully with all levels of management.
  • You have strong understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies and their application in manufacturing.
  • Ability to provide strategic technical leadership and lead by influence the creation of long-term strategy aligning and communicating with all levels of the business.
  • Ability to communicate and influence multi-disciplinary teams developing strong partnerships across functions to drive measurable collaboration, consensus, and operational results.
  • Functional knowledge of manufacturing operations – including but not limited to the following functions: planning/forecasting, supply management, procurement, sales and operations planning, engineering, production scheduling, maintenance, production controls, quality control, inventory management, supply chain, warehouse, and distribution.
  • Track record of project delivery success that should include: System Implementation/Integration, cost savings, process improvement, production capacity improvement.
  • Ability to Travel may be required to support the business (up to 30%).
Language Skills and Computer Skills:
  • Must have working command of the English language.
  • Must be able to read, write, and interpret the English language.
  • Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (verbal instructions, written memos, and instructions).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, squat, and walk.
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
Personal Protective Equipment:
  • Must be able to wear safety glasses with side shields when on the factory floor.
  • The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.
  • All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks.
Work Environment:
  • Normal office environment conditions.
  • Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting.
  • Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations, and shop lighting.

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