What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Engineering position at Rogue Fitness?
Overview
Job Description:
The Director of Engineering is responsible for enabling manufacturing and distribution operations to function as safely and efficiently as possible. They lead the Engineering team, and are responsible for engineering metrics, talent identification, hiring, development, and growing engineering capabilities within Rogue. This position is responsible for all aspects of engineering except product design (e.g., building layouts, product troubleshooting).
Our values are very simple; we all work together to get the job done and won’t stop until we have reached our goals. We move fast and skip the bureaucracy with the understanding that we need talented people to allow this to happen. Expect to juggle many different facets of manufacturing while maintaining what we have already built.
About Rogue Fitness
Rogue Fitness is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Description:
The Director of Engineering is responsible for enabling manufacturing and distribution operations to function as safely and efficiently as possible. They lead the Engineering team, and are responsible for engineering metrics, talent identification, hiring, development, and growing engineering capabilities within Rogue. This position is responsible for all aspects of engineering except product design (e.g., building layouts, product troubleshooting).
Our values are very simple; we all work together to get the job done and won’t stop until we have reached our goals. We move fast and skip the bureaucracy with the understanding that we need talented people to allow this to happen. Expect to juggle many different facets of manufacturing while maintaining what we have already built.
About Rogue Fitness
- Rogue Fitness is the leading manufacturer of strength and conditioning equipment, including barbells, power racks, sleds, and accessories
- Founded in a garage in 2006, the company has grown to 600 team members at its 600,000 sq. ft. headquarters near downtown Columbus, Ohio
- Rogue is the official equipment supplier of the CrossFit Games, USA Weightlifting, the Arnold Strongman Classic, and the World’s Strongest Man competition
- The company remains dedicated to serving the needs of serious athletes at every level, from the garage to the arena
- Read more about The Rogue Way
- We work until it’s done
- Everyone puts their boots on the same way
- High Speed, Low Drag
- Identify, prioritize, manage, and deliver safety, quality, efficiency, and capacity projects in the Manufacturing Plant and Distribution Warehouse; report against P&L improvements for specific initiatives.
- E.g., Procure quotes and equipment from vendors to eliminate waste and improve bottom line performance.
- E.g., Investigate quality misses, ensure quality compliance, and assist in Root Cause, Corrective and Preventive Action.
- E.g., Implement new manufacturing technologies and ensure proper deployment in the Manufacturing Plant and Distribution Warehouse.
- Make recommendations to leadership around Manufacturing Plant and Warehouse safety, quality, efficiency, and capacity.
- Assess needs of the organization and identify, hire, manage, and develop (e.g., train in real-world application of key concepts) Engineering team.
- Develop and manage Manufacturing, Warehouse, and Engineering processes to ensure consistent and scalable execution, as well as allowing the company to grow at a very fast rate.
- Establish and own metrics for the Engineering organization.
- Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Supply Chain, Marketing) to resolve systemic issues and improve Manufacturing and Distribution performance.
- 10 years of engineering management experience preferred
- Bachelor's Degree (Engineering)
- Graduate Degree (Engineering or MBA)
- Solid foundation in superior safety and quality practices
- Lean SS experience (preferred)
- Healthcare: Rogue offers competitive medical, dental and vision coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield for Rogue team members and their eligible family members, including domestic partners
- Financial Protection: Life insurance, AD&D insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and workers’ compensation are offered for eligible team members
- Compensation: We like to reward Rogue team members for their hard work and commitment to our company. Rogue has a competitive pay structure that offers team members room to grow. We conduct annual compensation reviews to ensure Rogue team members are receiving compensation commensurate with their performance
- Bonus & Retirement: Team members are eligible to earn a Performance Compensation Bonus each quarter. In addition, Rogue offers 401(k) with matching company contributions and Profit Sharing
- Parental Leave: Parental Leave is available to new Mothers and Fathers to help assist team members welcome a new child to their family. Rogue offers up to 12 weeks of paid leave to parents to enjoy with their newest addition to the family. This is available to all team members with the length of leave determined by years of service, the team member’s role and whether they are the birth or non-birth parent
- Vacations & Holidays: Everyone needs some time off from work to take care of personal business, enjoy a well-earned vacation, or just unwind from the demands of everyday life. At Rogue, we offer Paid Time Off benefits in addition to paid company holidays
- Work Attire Program: Rogue Fitness recognizes the importance of helping all team members acquire the proper apparel and equipment to create a safe workplace. We provide Rogue apparel, uniforms, and personal protective equipment to all Rogue team members working in our facilities at no cost. Additional reimbursements are in place for work boots and prescription safety glasses
Rogue Fitness is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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