Director of Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

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 :

Maxcess offers competitive pay and benefits including :

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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.