Director of Production

ALIGN PRECISION•Garden Grove, CA

10d

About The Position

Directs the manufacturing and packaging functions for high quality products and to achieve the business drivers of cost, quality, customer service, compliance and safety. At the lower levels manages one or several manufacturing functions, such as assembly, or the fabrication and machine shops. Manages and coordinates manufacturing activities so that approved products are manufactured on schedule within quality and cost objectives. Structures assigned organization and staff positions with personnel to accomplish business objectives. Develops and recommends company manufacturing policy, establishes manufacturing operating policy and directs and supervises the application of such policies to the manufacturing operations. Supervises installation and maintenance of all processing equipment used in manufacturing. Coordinates the planning and execution of manufacturing schedules based on sales requirements and plant capacity. Directs preparation of cost control reports, cost estimates and manpower and facilities requirement forecasts. Controls cost of production, warehousing, receiving and shipping of raw materials through appropriate subordinates. Ensures prompt and economical receipt of needed materials and supplies, and delivery of finished products to customers. Directs the preparation of specifications for purchase as to quality, quantity, delivery, and service required for purchase of plant equipment, supplies, and materials to meet production schedules. Establishes and maintains inventory controls and levels to conform to budgets and forecasts. Ensures good workplace organization along with focus on mass balance and high yield. High accountability for waste management. Champions change and implements continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and Six Sigma (Operational Excellence) initiatives to generate cost savings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 10-12 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 8-10 years of experience
At least 4 years in a supervisory capacity
Excellent attention to detail
Knowledge in a variety of mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines
Knowledge of location and proper use of maintenance/facilities, tooling, supplies and equipment
Able to read and interpret schematics and blue prints
Comfortable operating heavy equipment and power tools
Forklift certification
Mastery of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions)
Problem solving abilities
Ability to use calipers, micrometers, etc.
Strong teamwork and communication skills to get along with co-workers and be a team player
Understand and obey safety requirements
Commitment to keep work area clean and free of debris
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs or more
Frequently required to handle; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl
Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, as well as reach with hands and arms for extended periods of time to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training, and development.
Provides leadership for problem resolution to facilitate fast improvements and improved working relationships.
Manages material requirements to increase inventory turns and reduce levels on hand.
Ensures compliance with company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, OSHA, safety, and complete and on-time delivery at the lowest possible cost.
Balances work cell capacity/loading across the plant.
Determines operations headcount needs and ensures compliance with company policies.
Identifies, communicates, and drives implementation of capital investments and improvement projects.
Manages compliance with state and federal regulations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Manages policy deployment in the areas of Lean Manufacturing techniques, quality, cost reduction, complete and on-time delivery, safety, customer satisfaction, employee relations, visual controls, and plant performance measures.
Other duties as assigned