Director of Manufacturing Operations

Summary/Objective:

The Director of Manufacturing Operations provides technical expertise to achieve department level targets in product development and product management for the full lifecycle of mobile vehicle fleet product. This role acts as the primary technical advisor to the production staff for new and existing wire harness builds. The Director of Manufacturing Operations ensures the entire production staff is trained on all safety processes and procedures related to harness production. This role manages both the production staff and warehouse facility and must be well versed in warehouse operations to support key performance metrics related to on time delivery and inventory accuracy. This position reports to the Director of Distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with manufacturing personnel on the shop floor to develop process flows, job set-up, sampling & validation, proper tooling and all other build-related concerns.
• Create and maintain all production related documents; work order templates, drawings, and item specifications for all items produced in house.
• Oversee the storage, transportation, and delivery of goods in and out of Elkhart, IN.
• Act as facility manager for all warehouse and production operations.
• Organize the warehouse space efficiently to accommodate business and production needs.
• Responsible for maintaining clear and accurate records of all business transactions for the organization in regard to shipping and receiving
• Liaison with Purchasing department to coordinate purchasing of harness components.
• Establish the proper training required with necessary personnel to build harnesses safely and successfully.
• Develop standard operation procedures as required. Enforce systems, policies, and procedures set in place.
• Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation and performance in the department.
• Ensure operation of tools and equipment by communicating for maintenance and repairs as well as evaluating new equipment, tools, and techniques.
• Plan, monitor, and evaluate build results. Report build progress on frequent basis.
• Input, report, and monitor efficiencies / hours required to build products.
• Help resolve personnel issues by analyzing, investigating & identifying issues and recommending actions to Human Resources.
• Fulfill internal documentation for inventory control and scrap as necessary.
• Assist with training of existing and new staff.
• Attend educational and training workshops as required.
• Responsible for proper tracking of cost of goods in and out of production.
• Create and execute a production schedule to meet customer order requirements.
• Maintain proper component inventory levels to support production schedule.
• Establish a strong sense of urgency to effectively service outfitted customers.
• Ability to maintain on time delivery requirements.
• Oversee manufacturing process to make sure products meet the quality standards of the customer requirements.
• Strategically plan out warehouse layout for efficient and accurate operations
• Oversee and conduct daily cycle counting procedures.

Required Education & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supervision of manufacturing operation, preferably complex assembly and or electrical products. Wire harness production experience preferred.
• Experience with warehouse process improvement, production planning and supervision of personnel in operation of over 15 people is required.
• WMS experience/knowledge.
• High school degree required and associates / bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Ability to operate in a systematic manner is required, particularly with ISO 9001 standards.
• Strong technical acumen.
• The ideal candidate would have experience in fleet vehicle harness operations.
• Superior organizational, mechanical, and critical-thinking abilities are required.
• Must be familiar with OSHA regulations.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervises a warehouse of 10+ production associate in Elkhart, IN.

Environmental/Physical Requirements:

• May sit or stand for long periods of time
• Crouching, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing, and lifting on a daily basis
• Operating computer, telephone, voicemail and other office equipment regularly
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs on a regular basis
• May be required to work in non-air-conditioned environments.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record, may operate company vehicles on occasion.