Director of Manufacturing

Duties & Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include but may not be limited to the following. Additional duties may be assigned depending upon the needs of the business.

Summary: Directs and coordinates activities of manufacturing department at two facilities (Eureka, MO and Lombard, IL) in safely processing materials and manufacturing products, ensuring quality production and on-time delivery with maximum cost efficiency by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

• Confers with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards, develop budget and cost controls, and to obtain data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.
• Plans and directs production activities; establishes production priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
• Coordinates production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.
• Reviews and analyzes production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications and operating or production problems. Compiles and maintains production data.
• Develops and implements operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
• Develops plans and actions that drive continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Uses Lean Tools as a means to drive positive change and improvement.
• Revises production schedules and priorities as result of equipment failure or operating problems.
• Consults with engineering personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products.
• Manages subordinate supervisors who supervise a total of 300+ employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the production areas. Also directly supervises two non-supervisory employees.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Candidate Requirements:

• This is an on-site position in Eureka, MO
• Candidate must be presently authorized to work in the U.S. without a requirement for work authorization sponsorship by our company (now or in the future).
• A Bachelor’s degree in business, management, industrial technology, or engineering and at least ten years of increasingly progressive managerial experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience,
• Prior Operations Management experience with multi-site responsibility is required.
• A depth of knowledge and experience in lean principles and ISO quality systems.
• Demonstrates good communication, team building, and leadership skills.
• Strong computer and analytical skills in a multi-level BOM and MRP environment.
• Familiarity with stage gate development process and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Ability to work within a matrix reporting environment.
• Able to travel domestically and internationally when requested (Approx. 10%).
• Experienced Lean/Six Sigma Manager possessing the ability to apply Lean concepts to continuously improve an organization.
• Familiarity and experience with Sustainable initiatives and solutions
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to sit/stand/walk for extended periods of time; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk/hear.
• English proficiency is required.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Maxcess offers competitive pay and benefits including:

• Bonus plans
• Paid Time off
• Wellness Program
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching company contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Paid Parental Leave

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Maxcess is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.