SUMMARY

The Director of Automation Shops and Solutions will hold a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the structure and operation of the organization’s Production facilities, with a specific focus on standardization and expansion. Reporting directly to the Group Vice President (GVP), the role will also be responsible for “shop operations,” planning, scheduling, sourcing, production and shipment to ensure product quality, cost and delivery requirements are met. Additional responsibilities include managing overhead, as well as variable and direct labor costs to meet or exceed annual budgetary and prior year expenses. The individual will collaborate with Operations to identify, recommend, specify and implement changes to improve productivity and reduce cost.

JOB DUTIES

• Develop and execute an aggressive strategy to standardize facility operations to enable process optimization, capacity expansion, and maximum revenue generation.
• Develop and implement comprehensive manufacturing, engineering, and project management strategies aligned with business objectives for a competitive edge.
• Oversee processes, capacity planning, and resource allocation for maximum efficiency and cost reduction.
• Establish and maintain strict quality control measures, meeting industry and customer standards.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams for a reliable and cost-effective supply chain.
• Foster a culture of improvement by implementing continuous improvement principles for streamlined processes.
• Manage manufacturing budgets to achieve financial targets.
• Drive a culture of safety and ensure a safe working environment by adhering to regulations and standards.
• Attract, retain, and develop high-performing design and assembly teams.
• Implement new technologies for enhanced capabilities.
• Set up policies in material usage, capacity planning, production methods and employee relations to enhance operational efficiency.
• Define, implement, and maintain a clear operating cadence for the design and
• manufacturing operation, establish KPI targets and clear accountability to monitor performance.
• Define and deliver effective utilization of labor and equipment to meet capacity
• requirements.
• Define and prepare capital asset plans in alignment with both annual operating and strategic plans.

COMPANY INFORMATION

Motion Ai offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

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