Director of Manufacturing

About the role

This senior leadership position oversees all manufacturing operations for a premium office‑furniture producer. The Director will drive production, quality, safety, financial, and delivery performance while aligning the plant with strategic growth initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing to meet production, quality, safety, financial, and on‑time delivery targets.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, workflow optimization, equipment utilization, and plant layout improvements.
• Manage salaried and unionized teams, handling recruitment, training, performance management, coaching, and succession planning.
• Partner with the VP on expansion projects, automation, CNC technology, material‑handling systems, and facility upgrades.
• Develop and control manufacturing budgets; monitor KPIs such as labor efficiency, scrap reduction, quality performance, and on‑time production.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and ISO 9001 standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Support sustainability through waste reduction and energy‑efficient practices.
• Prepare operational reports and recommendations for executive leadership.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in industrial operations, preferably in high‑mix, custom manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead both salaried and unionized workforces.
• Strong analytical skills in capacity planning, cost optimization, process improvement, and KPI management.

Required skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• 5S methodology
• CNC technology implementation
• Material‑handling systems
• ISO 9001 standards
• Capacity planning
• Cost optimization
• Process improvement
• KPI management

What we offer

• Senior leadership role with direct impact on operational performance and strategic growth.
• Opportunity to work in a high‑mix, custom manufacturing environment focused on quality and innovation.
• Collaboration with an experienced executive leadership team.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Extended health, dental, vision, and disability benefits.
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.