Director of Operations

Tate, a world class global manufacturing business, operating within the safeguard of the Kingspan Group PLC valued at over $8bn, is seeking a visionary Director of Operations to join our team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in our organization's journey. As our Director of Operations, you will be at the forefront of our strategic vision, responsible for overseeing and optimizing our operational processes to drive efficiency, productivity, and excellence.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute our ambitious growth plans, ensuring Tate remains a leader in our industry.

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About Tate :

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions, for over 60 years.

We have expanded our manufacturing footprint across the US, Europe, Canada, Australia and are excited to add a new 75,000 sq ft manufacturing site in St Paul's Virginia.

As a member of the Kingspan Data & Flooring Division, the business is responsible for delivering $400m global annual revenue of which, our new Virginia site will contribute $200m after just 12 months in operation.

Our experienced team is expanding, and we are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working collaboratively on projects, as we continue to stay ahead of the Data Centre revolution.

We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate's world class standards and our business remains committed to developing lower carbon, sustainable solutions, in keeping with our 10 year Planet Passionate sustainability strategy.

We are excited by potentially welcoming you as part of our team. Together, let's shape the future of data center infrastructure with innovation, excellence, and a passion for sustainable growth.

At Tate, you can expect the stability and growth of a long-established multinational coupled with the speed and dynamism of a fast-paced growing company. The perfect balance!

Key Purpose of the Role :

As the Director of Operations, you will be responsible for the strategic execution of the operations function : planning, scheduling, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and safety for all Tate facility operations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Overseeing manufacturing and quality processes to ensure compliance with documented procedures, ISO guidelines, and necessary approval activities.
• Ensuring overall conformity to compliance processes across all operations functions.
• Managing operations using a data-driven approach, with a deep understanding of the factors affecting Key Performance Indicators and Manufacturing Variances, to implement performance improvement plans.
• Aggressively managing manufacturing overheads to maintain a competitive cost base.
• Revitalizing the Continuous Improvement program to enhance the organization's competitive position and operational profitability.
• Leading Capital Expenditure projects to minimize unnecessary spending and ensure timely returns on investments.
• Providing active support for new product development and driving the successful introduction of new products.
• Developing the engineering team to broaden their expertise and ensure the timely execution of Continuous Improvement and Capital Expenditure projects.
• Managing the Operations side of the ERP system upgrade, using the rollout process to streamline and enhance business processes and controls.
• Establishing and implementing ongoing evaluation and training programs for all staff, ensuring that employees within the Operations function meet expected competencies and addressing competency gaps through training plans.
• Creating and maintaining a succession plan for all key Operations positions.
• Maintaining efficient Inventory Management practices to optimize the company's working capital position, in close coordination with the Purchasing and Finance departments.
• Aiming for and achieving Grade 1 on Corporate internal factory audits.
• Developing and maintaining a sustainability program to meet performance targets at each facility, aligning with NET Zero and Planet Passionate goals.
• This role may require up to 25% travel, some of which may be international.
• Ensuring awareness of individual contributions to quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies and activities, and promptly reporting any quality issues, unsafe acts, or unsafe conditions to the appropriate personnel.

Qualifications :

• BA / BS in industrial, mechanical, or business administration, or a 4-year technical degree in related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing management, preferably in a process-oriented operation and / or related industry.
• GMP experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience managing a significant segment of a large manufacturer or the entire operation of a smaller manufacturer.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Outlook.
• Must possess valid driver license.
• High level of interpersonal skills.
• Excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

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