Director of Manufacturing Operations
Germantown, MD - USA
Job Summary
Systems LLC an affiliate of Chamberlain Group is a U.S.-based manufacturer of loading dock equipmentmarketed under the Poweramp DLM and McGuire brands. With manufacturing facilities in Germantown Wisconsin and Malvern Arkansas all products are designed and produced in the USA using lean manufacturing techniques. We strive to recruit the best talent in the industry and give employees opportunities for continuing education and training to help them advance in their careers.
Job Summary
This role is within MFPs Nogales Manufacturing - Operations group. A successful incumbent is expected to (i) Direct coordinate and facilitate the daily activities of direct reports to meet safety quality delivery and cost requirements and (ii) Partner with EHS to ensure that environmental compliance activities and requirements are met.
Requires 10 years in manufacturing operations with 5 years supervisory experience and a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Business Engineering area or relevant subject area
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee operations across multiple facilities to ensure consistent safety quality productivity and compliance with company standards; oversee the warehouse and material delivery and handling functions
- Direct coordinate and facilitate the activities of direct reports to meet safety quality delivery and cost requirements
- Partner with EHS to ensure that environmental compliance activities and requirements are met
- Ensure standards for product quality equipment and operator performance are maintained and that cost-effective technology is used to maximize production
- Develop departmental budget monitor plant spending and report on operating costs within functional areas
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as: Inventory control Sourcing Purchasing Distribution Centers and Engineering in issues related to planning scheduling labor standards production processes and material/inventory control
- Direct and implement decisions regarding manufacturing strategy plant layout staffing requirements and external network relations
- Lead the plant leadership team in developing the plants strategic direction establishing priorities and allocating resources
- Lead and oversee the management for daily improvement (MDI) process.
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives to optimize operations enhance business performance and support long-term organizational growth.
- Oversee the Make-to-Order (MTO) manufacturing related function across network
- Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.
- Protect Chamberlain Groups and Multi-Fabs reputation by keeping information confidential.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops reading professional publications establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.
- Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.
Supervision Exercised
- Motivate and lead a high performance team by attracting developing engaging and retaining team members
- Drive the performance management and compensation processes by communicating job expectations monitoring and evaluating performance providing feedback and facilitating employee development per the companys policies
- Maintain transparent communication by appropriately communicating organization information to team through department meetings one-on-one meetings appropriate email IM and regular interpersonal communications
- Lead and motivate individuals and teams to create a workplace culture that is consistent with the CG mission vision and values.
Minimum Requirements
Education/Certifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Business Engineering area or relevant subject area
Experience:
- 10 years in manufacturing operations with 5 years of supervisory experience
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Advanced knowledge of Lean Six Sigma
- Basic knowledge of ERP
- Advanced knowledge of Quality management systems
- Ability to read and interpret financial statements
- Strong leadership skills
- Problem solving and negotiation skills
Preferred Qualifications
Education/Certifications:
- MBA
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of SAP Syteline
Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and youll be considered for this role regardless of race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation ancestry; marital disabled or veteran status. Were committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact in confidence .
NOTE: Staffing agencies headhunters recruiters and/or placement agencies please do not contact our hiring managers directly.
Required Experience:
Director