Title:  Sr. Director, Operations/Site Leader

Job Summary

The Director of Operations has primary responsibility for the operational planning of the facility and accountability for its successful execution.  The position manages, directs and coordinates day-to-day operations to provide a safe, reliable and efficient facility.  The position serves as part of a management team proactively addressing the needs of the organization. #LI-CT1

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs and leads the site leadership team, and indirectly all site employees, to meet and exceed customer requirements in terms of safety, quality, cost, delivery and service while making products at the lowest cost possible
• Ensures products meet the requirements of approved production plans at minimum costs within quality limits & consistent with FDA, cGMP, ISO & OSHA requirements
• Responsible for identifying opportunities to improve customer service, quality, safety performance, scrap minimization or otherwise reduce manufacturing costs by using effective management, cost control techniques and Lean Manufacturing
• Provides monthly reports and ongoing measurement of site results and various work initiatives including but not limited to identifying progress, issues, corrective action status, etc. for any work streams or planned activities
• Directs the maintenance of systems & reports to permit appropriate individuals to exercise control over costs, product quality production & efficient utilization of capital resources & personnel
• Develops and maintains solid working relationships with the community, government agencies, and customers
• Inspires and guides employees toward excellence and continuous improvement
• Consistently enforces all site policies, practices, procedures and guidelines
• Administers a program for safety, hygiene and fire protection to safeguard the health and welfare of the personnel as well as to preserve the facilities
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs
• Conforms with and abides by all laws, regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules
• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance
• Act in accordance with the company’s Guiding Principles and adherence to the corporate Code of Conduct
• Compliance to all local site Environmental, Health and Safety regulations
• Compliance to all local site company policies, procedures and corporate policies

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field in engineering or supply chain management

Work Experience

• 10+ years of related work experience
• Prior manufacturing experience in an industrial setting

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Master’s degree preferred
• Ability to directly supervise up to 10 employees who are managers/supervisors/professional staff in the manufacturing/production area and indirectly manage 100+ employees to achieve on-time, on-budget results
• Ability to be on call is required.  Occasionally required to work on different shifts
• Proven general leadership and production management experience
• Understanding and experience applying Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing principles
• Possess excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Effective problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with all levels in the organization
• Proficient in computer use including Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with all levels of employees

Travel Requirements

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