Sr. Director, Manufacturing Operations

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Sr. Director of Manufacturing Operations is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for overseeing all manufacturing functions within our electrical balance of systems (eBOS) equipment production operations. This role leads cross-functional teams including Production, Equipment Maintenance, and Supply Chain to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and timely delivery of products. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing operational excellence, driving S&OP planning, and scaling manufacturing capacity to meet growing market demands.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Operations Leadership

• Direct and manage all manufacturing functions including production management, supply chain, and equipment maintenance.
• Lead daily operations to meet KPIs related to productivity, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Foster a high-performance, safety-first culture on the manufacturing floor.

Team & Functional Oversight

• Provide leadership to Production Managers, Production Supervisors, Production Planning, and Maintenance teams.
• Build, mentor, and develop a strong operations team to support business growth.
• Establish clear roles, responsibilities, goals, and performance metrics for all direct reports.

S&OP and Strategic Planning

• Lead Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to align production capacity with demand forecasts.
• Partner with Commercial, Engineering, and Finance teams to optimize inventory levels, production schedules, and capacity planning.

Process Improvement & Lean Manufacturing

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Identify and implement process automation and technology upgrades to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Ensure adherence to standardized work practices and best-in-class manufacturing methods.

Supply Chain & Materials Management

• Drive Supply Chain leadership to ensure seamless procurement, inventory management, and materials availability for production.
• Drive supplier performance metrics and logistics optimization in coordination with sourcing and planning teams.

Capital Planning & Facility Management

• Oversee manufacturing capacity planning, including equipment procurement, facility layout, and capital investments.
• Ensure preventive maintenance programs are executed for critical machinery and equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably in electrical, mechanical, or industrial equipment production.
• 5+ years in a senior operations role (e.g., Director or Plant Manager) with multi-functional oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MBA, MS in Operations or Engineering) preferred.
• Experience in eBOS systems, electrical infrastructure, or renewable energy equipment manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Expertise in ERP systems, S&OP processes, and lean manufacturing.
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification a plus.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Strong leadership and people management
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Operational excellence mindset
• Results-driven and quality-focused
• Excellent communication and change management skills

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