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Manufacturing Director

Ethos
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2025

Manufacturing Director

The Manufacturing Director will be a key member of the organization’s top-level leadership team and will be responsible for overseeing the operations of a critical business unit within our manufacturing organization.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operational leadership, financial management, and strategic planning, with the ability to drive performance improvements, foster a high-performing team, and align business unit objectives with overall company goals.

This role will be key in ensuring operational efficiency, profitability, and growth.

Position Responsibilities:

· Provide strategic direction for the business unit, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall goals. Develop and execute business plans that drive growth, efficiency, and operational excellence.

· Take full ownership of the unit’s Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, driving revenue growth, controlling costs, and ensuring profitability.

· Analyze market trends and competitor strategies to identify opportunities for growth and innovation. Work with senior leadership to develop and implement plans to expand the business unit’s product offerings and market share.

· Oversee daily operations of the business unit to meet production targets, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

· Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies while fostering a culture of sustainability.

· Lead continuous improvement efforts using LEAN or other Continuous Improvement to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.

· Serve as the primary point of contact for key customers, ensuring their needs are met with a focus on quality and timely delivery.

· Identify areas for operational improvement and lead initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and increase efficiency using lean manufacturing or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Required Skills/Experience:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

· 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong track record of progressive leadership in operations and achieving business objectives.

· Custom manufacturing experience a plus.

· Prior experience scaling up a business and business unit P&L experience is required!

* Must have an understanding of how an ERP system and the importance of manufacturing layout.

* ISO9000 systems (or other third-party certification system) in manufacturing and manufacturing obligations experience.

* Manufacturing line optimization, lean environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

  • Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $140,000 - $160,000

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