Manufacturing Operations Director

3 weeks ago


Hoffman Estates, Illinois, United States Sterling Engineering Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Operations Director to lead our manufacturing and packaging engineering teams in a highly regulated environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing resources in continuous manufacturing settings involving high-speed equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide operational leadership in developing and executing manufacturing strategies at the operational level.
  • Direct the manufacturing and packaging engineering group's priorities for all engineering projects supporting operations.
  • Oversee planning and execution of all manufacturing and packaging engineering projects, including the installation and validation of new equipment.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing teams to identify and implement cost reduction activities, including cycle time reductions and scrap minimization.
  • Work closely with Product Engineering and Innovation teams on the development of new products for manufacturing.
  • Lead the introduction of new manufacturing and packaging technologies to enhance production capabilities.
  • Partner with Maintenance Management to establish maintenance plans for manufacturing and packaging equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability.
  • Investigate and eliminate repetitive equipment failures and sources of contamination.
  • Lead and mentor the manufacturing and packaging engineering team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and quality.
  • Provide engineering support to manufacturing and facility maintenance activities.
  • Develop and manage the capital plan and expense requirements for manufacturing and packaging engineering, ensuring resource allocation aligns with strategic initiatives.
  • Communicate effectively with all operations departments, Project Engineering, Innovation, and Quality to ensure alignment and collaboration across the organization.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; MBA preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing and automation environment.
  • Expertise in high reliability system design, injection molding, robotics, and packaging equipment.
  • Familiarity with basic PLC logic, controls, and hardware.
  • Experience with inspection procedures and Statistical Process Control (SPC) analysis.
  • Some proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management software.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple projects effectively.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Sterling Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.



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