Director of Production

The Director of Production oversees matters pertaining to production and production quality at designated Plants and directs plant management in managerial practices that result in improved communication and management action.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

• Assist with overall management of plant operations at Plants assigned by the Vice President of Production utilizing knowledge of product technology, production methods and procedures, and capabilities of machines and equipment.
• Collaborate in the development and implementation of organization policies, practices, procedures, and attainment of operating goals.
• Consult with Plant Managers on goals, capabilities and/or challenges with may affect production.
• Direct plant management in managerial practices that result in improved communication and management action.
• Recommend operational policies and guideline updates as needed.
• Ensures Vice President of Production is kept apprised of matters involving capital expenditures related to production.
• Use perception and sensitivity to relate to individuals at all levels with understanding of business needs. Exercise discretion and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Perform other duties or projects related to production as assigned by the Vice President.
  
  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field and seven (7) years of experience in a production environment, with production management experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Computer Skills

Possess intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Internet/Intranet experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.