Director of Operations

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY:

To oversee the entire operations of the facility, ensuring quality, safety and required output are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage direct reports in all aspects and support remaining team members.
• Provide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives to new hires and veteran staff.
• Provide direction, development, and leadership to Production Management.
• Conduct performance appraisals to direct reports and provide coaching and guidance to all employees.
• Control and minimize labor overtime, purchasing and repair expenses.
• Maintain existing equipment; replace or make adjustments and/or suggestions to/for plant facilities and equipment when necessary.
• Implement and maintain lean manufacturing practices.
• Oversee new product launches and implementation of product designs.
• Maintain strong communication with customer(s) and management team.
• Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
• Assist with all personnel matters as needed alongside Human Resources.
• Review established production schedules for all departments to ensure established inventory levels are met while operating at the highest efficiency possible.
• Assist with the costing of new products and provide support to Senior Engineering team.
• Oversee the financials of the facility and work with Accounting and Corporate Management to ensure all items are reported and accurate.

Quality Control

• Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.
• Ensuring that manufacturing processes comply with company standards and/or specifications.
• Directing objectives to maximize profitability.
• Monitor own performance - self-audit for accuracy and produce high level output.
• Monitor scrap rates to determine trends and areas of improvement.

• Personally accountable for preventing injury and illness to self and for protecting Company assets.
• Know the location, use and purpose of all safety equipment in your work area.
• All emergency equipment, fire doors and emergency exit routes are to be kept unobstructed and in good condition.
• Adhere to personal protection guidelines set forth by the company.
• Maintain a sense of orderliness, keeping materials, supplies, and equipment well organized and in good condition.
• All guards must be in place prior to routine operation of any equipment and must be inspected daily.

Behavior Requirements

• Complete required tasks, quotas, and assignments prior to or within deadlines given.
• Treat all coworkers professionally, fairly, and respectfully.
• Responding politely to the clients we serve
• Work as a member of a team
• Uphold all company core values.
• Think quickly and act appropriately in emergency situations.
• Put in extra hours when needed.
• Continue to perform well under pressure and adapt to change.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

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