Director Manufacturing Operations

This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader with a track record of success in transforming manufacturing operations, scaling production capabilities, and driving performance improvements within a fast-paced, evolving environment. If you are ready to contribute your expertise to a company at the forefront of the chemical manufacturing industry, we would love to hear from you!

Schedule: (1st shift 6am – 2:30pm)

Location: Aurora, IL

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies that align with the overall business goals
• Oversee manufacturing operations to ensure timely delivery of products to customers
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track performance, quality, and drive continuous improvement
• Optimize manufacturing processes to drive efficiency, reduce lead times, and minimize cost
• Ensure all products meet the company’s quality standards
• Create and manage related budgets and identify opportunities for cost reduction
• Manage preparation of capital and operating budgets and identify areas for cost reduction
• Maintain compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements in the manufacturing facilities
• Oversee creating or refining systems to minimize error and bolster productivity. This may involve using approaches such as Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar.
• Drive innovation by introducing new technologies, processes, and automation
• Serve as the Manufacturing content expert for the Manufacturing Software System
• Pull data from Manufacturing and ERP Software for trending and data analysis
• Supervise, lead, mentor and develop personnel to ensure attraction, retention, and motivation of qualified staff
• Encourage a collaborative environment that promotes teamwork, engagement and accountability
• Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of manufacturing equipment and facilities to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime
• Ensure a safe working environment through regular safety audits and preventive maintenance programs
• Perform similar or related duties as requested or assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of Manufacturing experience preferably within chemical manufacturing.
• Proven leadership experience with expertise in manufacturing operations, strategy implementations for process improvements, KPI management and people management.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other improvement methods.