Job Details
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Reporting to: Vice President, Manufacturing & Distribution
Location: Culloden, WV (On-Site when not traveling for business purposes)
General Summary:
The Director of Manufacturing & Distribution will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing operations across three plants. Focused on Safety, Quality, and Service, the ideal candidate is a proactive, results-driven leader with a proven track record in industrial management. This role requires a strategic mindset, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Proactive Health and Safety Culture:
- Commitment to a proactive safety culture and collaboration for ongoing improvement.
- Drive and champion a proactive and preventive health and safety culture.
- Establish and promote best practices to ensure the well-being and safety of all team members.
Manufacturing Oversight:
- Ensure the consistent achievement of production, performance, and quality standards.
- Direct and lead the team to accomplish both immediate and long-term department goals.
- Drive planning, material flow, and process improvement initiatives.
Distribution Leadership:
- Lead distribution initiatives with a focus on efficiency, safety, and process improvements.
- Manage and optimize the flow of products through the distribution network.
Quality Management:
- Ensure products meet or exceed established standards.
- Adhere to quality control procedures, conducting regular inspections and audits.
- Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to address and resolve quality issues.
Operational Planning and Analysis:
- Develop and execute departmental plans and strategies aligned with overall organizational goals.
- Regularly analyze departmental production and functions for effectiveness
Management and Collaboration:
- Utilize effective management methodologies to address workforce issues.
- Collaborate with various departments to improve performance, efficiency, and productivity.
Technology and Innovation:
- Assist with long-range operating goals, expansion efforts, and implementation of advanced technology.
Engagement and Team Development:
- Foster a culture of engagement and continuous improvement within the manufacturing and distribution teams.
- Implement strategies to enhance employee satisfaction, motivation, and retention.
- Lead initiatives to develop the skills and capabilities of team members.
Reporting and Communication:
- Deliver progress and production reports to executive team members as requested.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor s degree in a relevant field required; Master s degree strongly preferred.
- 5+ years experience in industrial management, supply chain supervision, or production leadership.
- Proven leadership ability with strong organizational and managerial skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and ERP systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
- Work performed in both office and production environments.
- Periodic exposure to outdoor temperature extremes.
- Requires standing, bending, and reaching for extended periods.
- Hand and finger dexterity for manipulating controls, tools, and objects.
- Visual inspection of material quality.
- Personal protective equipment is required.
- Up to 50% travel primarily to other facilities; in-office when not traveling for business purposes.
Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be modified as per the needs of the organization.