Director of Manufacturing Operations

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States PermanTech. Full time
Job Summary

PermanTech is seeking a seasoned executive to lead our manufacturing operations as VP of Manufacturing Excellence. This is a unique opportunity to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure efficient scaling of manufacturing operations to meet growing consumer demand.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead multiple manufacturing teams, focusing on quality assurance, compliance, engineering, and maintenance.
  • Develop and implement continuous improvement and manufacturing excellence programs.
  • Oversee the automation masterplan, talent development, and training programs.
  • Manage skill-building programs and operate-and-maintain initiatives.
  • Identify and implement best practices for equipment, problem-solving, documentation, and systems.
  • Execute equipment upgrades and manage planned obsolescence to ensure uninterrupted delivery to customers.

Ideal Background:

  • 12+ years of leadership experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with increasing levels of responsibility.
  • 12+ years of experience managing staff organizations and consistently delivering top-tier results.
  • Extensive experience with equipment platforms, quality assurance, and asset management/lifecycle programs.
  • 10+ years of experience managing senior managers.
  • Proven ability to lead multi-site or multi-geographical organizations or programs.
  • Deep expertise in manufacturing excellence, engineering, maintenance, and quality assurance systems.
  • Strong business acumen, with the ability to make decisions that deliver broad-reaching benefits.
  • Demonstrated ability to convert high-level strategies into actionable, measurable plans.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to brief executives on complex business situations and drive decisions.
  • High standards for performance and the ability to navigate complex business challenges.
  • Positive attitude, resilience, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%.

What We Offer:

  • Highly competitive salary based on experience and market conditions.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, 401k match, PTO, and more.
  • Modern corporate office with excellent amenities.
  • Opportunity to work with a best-in-class team at a rapidly growing company.
  • A results-driven culture that rewards success.


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