Director Manufacturing Operations

Director, Manufacturing Operations

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It's our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

Our Powertrain Operations facility, located on Pilgrim Road in Menomonee Falls, WI, is where the ""jewel"" of the motorcycle comes to life. Pilgrim Road employees produce engines and transmissions for the final assembly plant in York, Pennsylvania, as well as transmissions, and replacement parts for sale through Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories business. Join our team as a Director, Manufacturing Operations and help build the world's most sought-after motorcycles.

Job Summary

The Director of Operations (DOO) is responsible for the performance and results of manufacturing operations. The DOO develops and provides leadership to managers, staff, and 3rd party support resources. This position has full responsibility for ensuring on-time end-to-end fulfillment of customer and intercompany production orders that meet or exceed quality and cost targets. The DOO is accountable for driving world-class manufacturing performance through operational excellence and lean methodologies, encompassing all safety, quality, delivery, cost, people, and sustainability measures. This role directs continuous improvement activities and coordinates the development of the facility's people, processes, and capabilities. This leader will establish and consistently deliver industry-leading performance through best-in-class safety, quality, and a culture of pride and craftsmanship that makes H-D the most desirable place to work, while setting the benchmark for others in the industry to model.

Job Responsibilities

Leadership responsibilities include :

• Leading organizational and cultural transformation efforts within manufacturing operations.
• Advocating and leading change management within the organization.
• Developing, setting, and maintaining the manufacturing strategy.
• Providing clear and concise direction, goals, and strategies to team members.
• Effectively leading and teaching the Continuous Improvement System.
• Leading team to establish and implement employee engagement and recognition actions.

Harley-Davidson is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other classes protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer.