Reports to: VP of Operations
SUMMARY The Director of Manufacturing oversees manufacturing and sanitation functions and provide support to the other functions as necessary. They are responsible for optimizing labor and material usage while minimizing overhead costs. The Director of Manufacturing understands business financial performance and can focus their team to solve underlying issues. They formulate and recommend production policies and programs which guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• BS in Engineering, Business or another related field.
• MBA is highly desirable.
• 10+ years’ experience in production management/plant leadership role preferably in a process-oriented. operations and/or related industry.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Ability to perform general office lifting and physical requirements.
• Must be able to work in Hot & Cold environments for extended periods of time.
• Able to use MS Office applications.
• Effective verbal and written communicator.
• Working knowledge and exposure to GFSI.
• Proven experience as Plant Manager or Manufacturing Director with multiple site responsibilities or equivalent position.
• Exceptional negotiation ad strategic influencing skills.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Ensure the safety and legality of food.
• Directs activities so that approved products are on schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives.
• Directs manufacturing at production facilities to ensure production in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Ensures fixed assets are preserved. Initiates purchases of new equipment and improvements to plant property.
• Coordinate with Human Resources to staff all positions and to establish and maintain a competitive compensation and benefits program for a successful recruiting and retention program.
• Develops, recommends and adheres to approved budgets.
• Ensure that the facilities maintain a sanitary environment conducive to Food Safety.
• Ensure product Quality, Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance to all Local, State and Federal Regulatory Agencies.
• Monitor all Food Safety, Quality and Sanitation programs and policies are used and follow in the daily plant operation.
• Perform projects as assigned and required.
• Additional responsibilities as required. • Identify and target improvement opportunities utilizing continuous improvement methodologies.
• Be motivated by curiosity driving the manufacturing performance to continually higher marks.
• Develop a strong sense of ownership and accountability to their team, to their peers, and the company.
• Excel at communication throughout the organization from the owner, to the senior leadership team, to their team and to the broader cross functional teams – especially those that work on the shop floor in the hourly roles. • Define, implement and revise operational policies and guidelines for the organization. • Liaise with departmental heads to develop financial plans and ensure company-wide operational compliance. • Perform other duties assigned as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Hires and trains new employees within their area of responsibility.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.