Director of Manufacturing Operations

The successful candidate must have: A track-record that demonstrates success of working in high-technology product manufacturing fields. Demonstrated history as a productive innovative technical manager with success in a small business industrial equipment manufacturing environment. Successful implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning software. Demonstrated ability to listen to customers needs develop solutions to meet their requirements trust and respect. Ability to combine extensive knowledge of emerging technologies with broad organizational focus assimilate knowledge of company technology products applications and manufacturing capabilities and to lead manufacturing in these areas. Capability to quickly grasp new technological concepts and implement operational mechanisms to efficiently fold them into the company structure. Talent to serve as liaison between research team engineering team manufacturing team and vendors that results in quality manufactured products. Knowledge and experience in supply chain management warehouse management and quality control. 2 This position requires a driven enthusiastic individual with strong operational skills proven management experience and the ability to work with a diverse group of associates in a vertically integrated high-tech business. Enthusiasm for working in a diverse demanding and exciting technology environment is crucial. Strong work ethic and team player attributes are paramount. Responsibilities: Lead the overall manufacturing strategy planning and operations for Resodyn including Production Managers Quality Production Engineering EH&S Logistics/Distribution and Supply Chain Management Develop and incorporate solid operational safety regulatory compliance quality assurance and cost control and programs into all manufacturing processes. Adopt process designs technologies and methods that maximize operational efficiency Plans and forecast resources for facilities equipment materials technology and workforce to ensure sufficient manufacturing capacity to support business goals Promote organization culture to meet the goals Design implement and maintain an effective efficient organizational structure to successfully support current and future business strategies Lead change management activities and provide strong leadership to the teams by encouraging diversity of thought focusing on employee development and performance and ensuring teams continually acquire new technology and management skills Ensure that there is a strong cross-training and skills development program in place for both production and support functions Position Description: In this position the successful candidate will: Be a key contributor to business thinking and foster effective relationships with other functional groups within the organization and external to the organization as required. Lead and direct the manufacturing of a broad portfolio of products for the organization as market opportunities demand as directed by management. Own and drive an existing Enterprise Resource Planning software program. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors of Science in Engineering (ABET Accredited) Masters of Science Engineering (Preferred). Ten years of manufacturing and warehouse supervisory/management experience. Strong computer skills including MRP ERP inventory and warehouse management MS Office PowerPoint U.S. Citizen. 3 Personal Attributes Action Oriented: You display a sense of urgency and are known for being a timely decision maker Analytical Thinker: You need to have insight and enjoy solving problems Decision-Making Skills: You have a reputation for making quality decisions and sticking to them Facilitator: You are good at negotiating win-win solutions Organized: You assemble all necessary materials and information before starting a task Presentation skills: You are confident when speaking to groups and presenting information Quality written communication: Your writing is concise and descriptive and you believe it is necessary to overcommunicate project status/updates Detail Orientation: You are able to see the big picture and go into details all at the same time. Problem Solving: You are able to solve problems with structure and teach at the same time.