General Description:

As the Director of Manufacturing, you are responsible for the efficient manufacture of quality, on-time product across all assigned manufacturing sites. In this position you are responsible for initiating, implementing, completing, and evaluating continuous improvement projects. You will also collaborate with the Maintenance and Facilities Manager as well as the Plant/Production Managers to ensure safe operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the environmental, safety, and health (EHS) programs for the company in conjunction with the Maintenance and Facilities Manager and the General / Plant Managers.
  
• Direct management of the production and maintenance areas of the company.
  
• Ensure quality product is produced in a safe and timely way to exceed customer expectations.
  
• Lead the management team on the creation, implementation and ongoing monitoring of manufacturing plans, goals, and continuous improvement projects.
  
• Utilize the company s ERP system to extract and analyze relevant data to drive operational improvement.
  
• Incorporating lean principles, evaluate, implement, and continuously improve production processes and procedures. Specific focus areas include development and monitoring of key metrics including labor variance, material variance, quality metrics, and on-time delivery.
  
• Manage direct reports to include performance management metrics and disciplinary action. Facilitate direct reports further management of all production and maintenance team members.
  
• Create and implement training initiatives and programs for all manufacturing staff.
  
• Ensure that cross training efforts are completed to minimize disruptions to the business and maintain business continuity.
  
• Coach and develop direct reports to ensure the team has the depth to take on additional responsibility as the business grows.
  
• Develop and manage budgeting and budget execution with a focus on reducing product costs and improving margins.
  
• Ensure that, as the company grows, manufacturing capabilities meet or exceed all industry and customer requirements for cost, quality, productivity, efficiency, and responsiveness.
  
• Complete a quarterly capacity analysis for each location and transfer business between sites (as needed) to improve delivery and cost while maintaining customer satisfaction.
  
• Manage all facets of capital projects for the company including:
  
• Development of annual capital expenditure plan
  
• Financial justification
  
• Investigation of equipment sources
  
• Testing/performance runoffs
  
• Installation
  
• Facilitate the development and implementation of manufacturing projects required to support customer requests.
  
• Ensure best practices are shared throughout the organization.
  
• Foster an open-door environment and solutions-based team approach.
  
• Additional duties as required.
  

Requirements

Requirements:
Education and Experience:

College Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline preferred.

At least 10 years experience in a mid- or large-size flexographic and digital print manufacturer is required.

At least 5 of those years should be in a management position within the company.

Multi-site and/or corporate experience preferred.

Proven record of leading manufacturing teams to meet or exceed company goals.

Lean / Six Sigma experience is preferred with a strong emphasis on waste and make-ready time reduction.

Color management expertise

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Creative, out of the box thinker.

Proactive with excellent problem-solving abilities.

Self-starter and a team player who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.

Outstanding experience in manufacturing ERP systems (Radius is preferred).

Must be proficient with Microsoft office (including Microsoft Excel and Outlook).

Comfortable with data driven management and data tools and analysis.

Expert knowledge of flexographic printing processes is required. Additional digital press experience preferred.

Mechanical aptitude and ability to relate mechanical and technical concepts in non-technical language is required.

Thrives on order and brings closure to issues.

Change agent capable of leading through influence.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct supervision of General/Plant Manager(s)

Indirect supervision of production team (press operators, rewinders, press helpers, etc.)

Training Requirements:

Willing to attend required training courses or sessions related to the job as assigned.

Travel:

Travel for this position will range from 25-50%, depending on business needs.

Benefits

Medical (three plans: two Traditional PPO options and High Deductible PPO with HSA)

All plans feature 100% coverage for preventive care services and utilize the Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Network

Dental (Anthem)

Vision (EyeMed)

Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (Including Telehealth mental wellness support)

Company Paid Basic Life and Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life options and Short-Term Disability

Health Savings Accounts (with company contribution)

Flexible Spending accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)

Group insurance benefits are effective the first of the month 30 days after hire

Retirement Savings: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match:

Max 4% match on 5% contribution from your paycheck

100% vesting in your contributions and the safe harbor match with no waiting period

Administered by Fidelity

Eligible the first of the month after 90 days of employment

Time Off Benefits:

Paid holidays (8)

Paid bereavement and jury duty leave

Paid time off earned each year based on tenure; minimum of 13 days.

Incentives and Other Employee Programs:

Quarterly profit-sharing bonus paid to all hourly and non-exempt employees.

Tuition Reimbursement policy

Charitable Match policy

Years of service awards

Employee recognition and fun events