Director of Operations

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES :

• Management by Metrics : Instill a rigorous approach to management by metrics throughout the department. Empower and mentor department managers, supervisors, and leaders to implement corrective actions based on the metrics on their own and ensure that metrics are used to create change within the organization.
• Management responsibilities include developing and implementing policies and procedures, formulating manufacturing, purchasing and supply chain strategies, building and mentoring employees, and driving business results.

This includes ensuring the highest quality equipment, materials and production standards, overseeing and maintaining budgets and working with engineers and purchasing staff to plan, manufacture and distribute quality products that will meet customers' expectations in the most cost-effective manner.

Continuous Improvement : Drive employees to continue process improvements in areas of safety, efficiency, and reliability at all levels of the organization.

Specific focus on cycle time improvements, speed of delivery, and cost savings.

• On Time Delivery : Review the current operational performance to identify changes needed to improve on-time delivery performance.
• Strategic Manufacturing : Work with VPs and peer directors to develop a manufacturing vision and provide strategy for future processes, capital expenditures, and IT integration.
• Provide high energy leadership to the Operations team to create a culture change, increase accountability, and create a self-sufficient team that is able to execute to forecast, anticipate issues and pro-actively seek solutions.
• The Director of Operations also has responsibility to act as liaison with external parties on matters relating to the procurement of services and materials for the company's products.
• Develops and maintains manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, and image.
• Provides input to the development of process and / or product strategy in cooperation with research and development of new and emerging products.
• Establishes production and quality control standards, develops budget and cost controls, and obtains data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.
• Provides guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs.
• Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Regularly interact with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning multiple functions and customers.
• Ensure budgets, schedules, and performance is met in a timely manner.
• Schedule production activities to meet long-range supply planning objectives. Budget responsibility (headcount, expense, and capital) for the Manufacturing and Supply Chain groups including regular forecasting of activities.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND / OR CERTIFICATION

Education and Training

• Bachelor's of Science degree in chemical engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, as well as strong knowledge of industry and management methodologies such as ISO 9000, Total Quality Management, or Six Sigma.
• Previous supervisor experience required.
• Must have proven success in project management and have the ability to implement business process improvements affecting multiple departments.
• Additional coursework in management-type courses and problem-solving techniques (i.e., Operations Research, Statistical Quality Control / Statistical Process Control, Supply Chain, etc.) is desired.

General Requirements

• Experience with industrial paint and coatings - Automotive OEM manufacturing preferred.
• The ideal candidate's career will have progressed through production planning, purchasing, distribution, manufacturing engineering, or operations into Operations Management roles with demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Training, certification, and experience implementing continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, six sigma, etc. required.
• Excellent written and verbal skills are mandatory.
• Demonstrated business acumen in operational finance and portfolio management.
• Ability to sequentially multi-task and interface at all levels of management and engineering.
• ISO 14001 and TS-16949 experience is desired; to maintain rigorous automotive quality standards.
• Demonstrated experience with Continuous Improvement process implementation and taking accountability for actions and decisions.
• SAP experience strongly desired.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure appropriate flow of information.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to inquiries and / or complaints.
• Displays courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to successful completion.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamwork.
• Maintains a strong attention to detail.
• Highly developed computer skills in Excel, Word, and other office programs.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Ability to identify and define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work off shift hours in order to meet the needs of the business.

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