Senior Director Manufacturing

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Who We Are:

At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we’re more than a business — we’re a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We persevere through challenges, push beyond the status quo, and constantly seek better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Our solutions-first mindset and dedication to growth are why Ashley remains #1 in our industry.

If you’re ready to grow, you’ve come to the right place. With a true “Growth Mindset,” Ashley Furniture invests in developing future leaders and helps every team member learn from the best in the business.

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Summary:

The Senior Director of Manufacturing Operations is responsible for leading a large-scale manufacturing facility while developing and executing strategies to achieve excellence in quality and delivery performance while maintaining profitability goals. This position carries P&L responsibility for the business unit and oversees all manufacturing operations, including production, performance, development, and inventory control.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Operations Management

• Develop and implement comprehensive manufacturing strategies
• Manage P&L responsibilities and maintain budgetary compliance
• Drive operational performance through productivity improvements and cost reduction
• Ensure quality excellence and on-time delivery across all facilities
• Oversee facility operations, maintenance, and inventory control functions
• Implement and maintain operational standards per corporate policies

Performance & Quality Management

• Establish and monitor performance metrics
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean/Six Sigma initiatives
• Maintain quality and safety standards compliance
• Partner with corporate functions to improve cost, quality, and delivery metrics
• Optimize resource allocation across equipment, facilities, and personnel

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and develop manufacturing management teams
• Establish performance goals and objectives for direct/indirect reports
• Implement succession planning and leadership development programs
• Make key employment decisions regarding hiring, promotions, and terminations
• Conduct regular performance reviews and development planning
• Manage employee relations and maintain accurate time-keeping records

Business Partnership & Innovation

• Participate in regional and global supply chain strategy development
• Partner with senior business leaders on continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive innovation in manufacturing processes and cost management
• Facilitate best practices sharing and benchmarking across facilities
• Collaborate with support functions to achieve organizational goals

Qualifications required:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business or related field

Experience

• 10 years of manufacturing operations experience
• 5 years of senior leadership experience in manufacturing
• Demonstrated P&L management experience
• Strong understanding of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience leading large manufacturing operations

 Additional Qualifications, preferred:

• Master's degree in Business Administration or related field
• Lean/Six Sigma certification
• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems

• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong collaboration skills across teams and stakeholders

Work Environment:

This position is located in an active industrial manufacturing and distribution center with moderate to high noise levels, temperature variations, and material handling equipment in operation. The role may require extended periods of standing or walking on concrete floors and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and steel-toed boots. The fast-paced environment involves time-sensitive and safety sensitive operations and may include various shift schedules to support production and distribution needs.

Benefits We Offer:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off; increases with years of service
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values:

• Honesty & Integrity: Acts with transparency, discretion, and ethical judgment. Trusted to handle sensitive information and provide accurate, unbiased insights. 

• (Dirty Fingernail: Takes full accountability for outcomes, not just tasks. Inspects details, ensures data accuracy, and follows through to completion. 

• Continuous Improvement: Actively seeks better ways to improve templates, tools, and processes. Learns from prior initiatives and embeds lessons into standard work. 

• Growth & Results Focus: Understands how transformation initiatives drive growth, cost reduction, and profitability. Keeps work aligned to enterprise priorities. 

• Culture of Leadership: Leads through influence, reliability, and example. Builds trust across functions and supports leaders at every level. 

• Customer-Centric & Boundaryless: Works across silos for the greater good of the organization. Ensures outputs meet the needs of executives, initiative owners, and teams. 

• Operational Excellence: Demonstrates strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to translate ambiguity into clear, executable tools. 

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

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* Please note this position is not eligible for current or future employment sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future.