Director of Manufacturing, Engineering, and Facilities

Director of Manufacturing, Engineering, and Facilities

Join a growing industrial organization that is redefining operational excellence across manufacturing and facilities. This leadership role is central to driving strategic infrastructure enhancements and operational efficiency, directly supporting key growth initiatives. The Director of Manufacturing, Engineering, and Facilities will oversee all facets of production systems, facility management, and engineering operations with a focus on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

This is a high-impact opportunity to build and lead cross-functional teams while guiding modernization efforts across a complex, multi-site environment. You’ll influence executive planning, manage capital-intensive projects, and implement lean strategies that strengthen our competitive edge.

This Role Offers:

• Influence key operational decisions with direct access to executive leadership in a high-visibility role.
• Lead transformative initiatives across manufacturing and facilities with ownership of capital projects and process optimization.
• Join a values-driven organization committed to internal advancement, mentorship, and leadership development.
• Attractive base salary, performance incentives, full health benefits, 401(k) with match, and generous paid time off.
• Enjoy hybrid work options and a collaborative environment that values both personal well-being and professional excellence.

Focus:

• Lead Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives to optimize equipment reliability and performance across all manufacturing assets.
• Align production operations with broader business goals, driving output, quality, and compliance.
• Manage the maintenance and performance of critical building systems including HVAC, utilities, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure.
• Oversee environmental health and safety (EHS) compliance and facility risk management practices.
• Lead full-cycle execution of expansion, renovation, and new construction projects.
• Collaborate with leadership on engineering roadmap development and long-range facility planning.
• Direct and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and maintenance professionals.
• Shape team culture through recruiting, onboarding, training, and career development.
• Partner with senior executives to design and implement strategic plans that scale production capabilities and facility effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities for automation, process enhancements, and capital reinvestment.
• Champion Lean methodologies, 5S, and Kaizen across manufacturing and facility operations.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Administer operational budgets related to manufacturing systems and facilities upkeep.
• Manage capital expenditures, vendor contracts, and performance metrics.
• Partner with engineering, production, quality assurance, and supply chain teams to enhance interdepartmental efficiency and product throughput.

Skill Set:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related discipline.
• 10 years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations and/or facilities engineering, preferably within a regulated or high-output environment.
• Proven experience managing multi-site production environments and technical building systems.
• Familiarity with manufacturing automation, smart building technology, and asset management platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational development skills.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to solving complex technical and operational challenges.
• Demonstrated success in managing budgets, improving operational KPIs, and leading organizational change.

About Blue Signal:

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