What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Manufacturing position at Ignite Human Capital?
About the Opportunity
The Director of Manufacturing oversees manufacturing activities, leads strategic execution and coordinates resources to create quality products. Ensures that all product quality standards are met within the manufacturing department according to approved operational budgets.
In this role, the successful candidate will:
• Directs the company's manufacturing and production activities including overseeing production plans and creating processes toward the accomplishment of corporate objectives.
• Develops and recommends corporate manufacturing policy, and establishes manufacturing department operating policy.
• Motivates and coaches employees by assessing employee performance and providing helpful feedback and training opportunities.
• Delegates tasks and manages progress to ensure successful completion of department objectives.
• Creates and reinforces a culture of teamwork and actively resolves conflicts within the team.
• Manages proactively by holding regular 1on1s and team meetings to ensure open lines of communication and professional development for direct reports.
• Attains successful production objectives, implementation of policies, and utilization of available resources while ensuring all customer, regulatory and legal requirements are followed.
• 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.
• Coordinates with the Quality team to ensure that all products adhere to quality standards and processes.
• Liaises with superiors to make decisions for operational activities and set strategic goals.
• Regularly evaluates the efficiency of business procedures according to organizational objectives and applies improvements.
• Ensures prompt and economical receipt of needed materials and supplies.
• Evaluates departmental performance and effectiveness by gathering, analyzing and interpreting data and metrics.
• Provides leadership for effective employee relations through positive and proactive communication, coaching, training, problem resolution, and follow up.
• Ensures that the company runs with legality and conformity to established regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.
What does it take to be a qualified candidate?
• BS/BA in business administration or relevant field, preferred. MSc/MA a plus.
• 5 years of director level operations management preferred.
• 7-10 years of people management experience.
• Experience in dental device manufacturing and/or experience being a dental technician preferred.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Outstanding communication and people skills.
• Knowledge and experience working with ISO & FDA regulations.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations ISO 13485, 21CFR Part 820, CMDR SOR/98-282, 93/42/EEC, RDC 16 2013, MHLW MO 169 and TG(MD)R Sch3 preferred.
• In depth knowledge of diverse business functions and principles (e.g. supply chain, finance, customer service etc.).
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.
• Experience with ERP system preferably QAD.
Our Awesome Benefits!
Working for a growing innovative company like ours means exciting opportunities for training and learning, career development and advancement from only the best in the dental industry. With all that hard work, We are committed to ensuring the welfare of its employees and provides an amazing benefit package that includes:
• Medical, dental and vision Plans
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Time
• Employee Events
• Wellness Programs
• Discounts for home, travel, entertainment, relaxation that includes Mobile phone service, Technology, Airline and Hotel, Theater/Theme Park tickets, Restaurants and so much more!
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