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Manufacturing Operations Director

HNI
Illinois, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

Join the HNI Corporation family and be a key player in creating exceptional workplace experiences! We are looking for a passionate Manufacturing Operations Director to lead our factory team. In this on-site role based in Muscatine, IA, you will be rewarded with competitive compensation and an exciting annual bonus.

Your Impact Starts the Day You Join Us!

At HNI, we’re dedicated to transforming spaces where people live, work, and gather. Our core values of integrity, inclusion, and belonging guide how we operate. As the Manufacturing Director for Flow, your leadership will directly influence our objectives around Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, driving outstanding customer satisfaction.

Your Responsibilities Will Include :

  • Drive Improvement in SQDC Performance : Enhance safety metrics, including TRIR and workers' compensation costs, while coaching teams on quality management, developing strong problem-solving processes, and meeting budget targets.
  • Optimize Material and Information Flows : Create and manage model areas to set material standards and work with teams to refine production scheduling and material control processes.
  • Develop Leadership Talent : Mentor and build leadership capabilities to meet organizational growth and demands.
  • Ensure Clarity in Communication : Articulate expectations clearly to minimize misunderstandings and rework.
  • Provide Coaching and Strategic Alignment : Coach team members on issue resolution, strategy alignment, and process improvement.
  • Monitor Operations Management Execution : Be present on the shop floor, conducting audits and fixing process breakdowns.
  • Coordinate Workforce Adjustments : Partner with senior leadership to align staffing with production forecasts.
  • Influence Resource Prioritization : Direct resources effectively to meet performance metrics and achieve cost improvements.
  • Foster Team Unity and Engagement : Encourage a culture of accountability where team behaviors align with organizational processes.
  • Address Leadership and Process Gaps : Tackle leadership inexperience and enhance cooperation across functions.

Your Qualifications :

  • Experience : Minimum of 6 years in a director or operations manager role in manufacturing, with 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of education.
  • Experience in fast-paced, high-variation manufacturing environments.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and visual.
  • 5 years of experience with lean manufacturing tools.
  • Education : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Organizational / Business Management, or an advanced degree in a related field is preferred.
  • Are you ready to elevate your career? At HNI Corporation, you will find support and opportunities for growth while making a significant impact. We believe in shaping a better future together. Apply today!

    HNI Corporation is a leading workplace furnishings and building products manufacturer operating through two segments. As a top employer in Iowa, we are proud of our diversity initiatives and commitment to responsible business practices. We offer benefits starting on Day 1, including Daily Pay options. Explore more about our offerings and values on our corporate website.

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