Rockledge, FL
Director of Operations
Director of Operations
FPC of Huntsville
FPC of Huntsville
The Director of Operations will lead and direct the manufacturing operations of a company that builds complex, high reliability electronic products.
- Ensure the production schedule is developed and maintained to deliver quality products on time
- Support continuous improvement, prevention of defects, and lean manufacturing / Six Sigma concepts to ensure the most cost-effective manufacturing methods are deployed
- Support quality initiatives including root cause analysis, development of corrective actions and implementation of changes
- Promote the concept of individual responsibility for product excellence
- Provide leadership for and development of direct reports by establishing priorities, accountabilities and allocating resources: guiding achievement of performance measures
- Provide recommendations for specific departmental goals, objectives, and action plans to support facility goals and schedules
- Participate in development of strategic plans to support the future direction of department
- Create a positive work environment and set the standard for interdepartmental cooperation
- Encourage timeliness, decisiveness, and clarity within department that assure actions are appropriate to meet goals
- Provide input for recruiting, selection, compensation, promotions, terminations, and transfers
- Monitor key performance indicators and act as necessary to correct discrepancies
- Complete weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to management
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Ability to implement new manufacturing techniques and drive continuous improvement in existing manufacturing methods
- Knowledge of SPC, TQM, Lean Manufacturing, ISO standards, and IPC standards
- Expert knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes
- Strong leadership and people management skills including team building, mentoring, and coaching
- Strong decision-making skills; utilizing sound judgement and thorough processes
Required Experience & Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in related technical field
- Minimum 7 years progressive relevant job experience with 3 years supervisory experience
- Previous experience in an electronics manufacturing environment
- Project management including planning, budgeting and allocating of resources