Director of Manufacturing
SkyWater is partnering with an industry leading manufacturer in the Minneapolis/St Paul area who’s looking to add a Director of Manufacturing to their team! This person will be overseeing a team of 8 direct reports with roughly 200 indirect across 3 shifts. The Director of Manufacturing will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of manufacturing while leading continuous improvement initiatives & implementing lean manufacturing principles. Our client is looking for a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys developing & growing teams with a history of leading successful manufacturing operations. They’re offering a strong compensation package (base + bonus potential), solid benefits and opportunities to advance your career with their organization!
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations while placing an emphasis on safety & quality.
- Implement lean manufacturing principles to drive efficiencies & operational excellence.
- Manage team members and promote internal growth & development.
- Ensure budgets, schedules and performance requirements are met.
- Partner with company leadership on strategic initiatives.
- Other projects or responsibilities as assigned.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration or related field. o MBA or Master’s Degree highly preferred.
- 15+ years of experience working in manufacturing with at least 5+ years of management experience (ideally leading large teams).
- Experience working in machinery manufacturing, metal fabrication or a related field.
- Strong experience implementing lean manufacturing principles or leading continuous improvement initiatives.
- Excellent communication skills (both written & verbal).
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