The Director of Operations will provide leadership, direction and hands-on involvement while managing personnel and processes involved in areas of responsibility. This position is also responsible for driving the continuous improvement of our processes and systems in support of strategic initiatives and policy deployment objectives. The Director of Operations is responsible for leading the day-to-day operating activities along with production capacity planning, capital project justification, risk analysis, and support for new product/process introductions.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Oversees all site daily operations including manufacturing, environment health and safety, materials, and facilities. Set vision, develop, and execute strategies to meet and exceed safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets. Translate strategic policy deployment priorities into operational reality by aligning communication, accountabilities, resource capabilities, internal processes, and ongoing KPI measurement. Support leadership team in creating & executing strategic breakthrough objectives, KPI’s and action plans. Responsible for coordinating monthly site level PSI forecasting process and achieving revenue targets. Meet and exceed 95% on-time delivery to customer request. Coordinate and lead daily management to problem solve production KPIs (+QDIP). Optimize operational efficiency through commitment and building a culture of continuous improvement. Utilize Fortive Business System (FBS) tools and champion continuous improvement initiatives in quality, delivery, and cost. Create an environment that inspires and motivates employees in achieving business goals and objectives, and for continuous improvement through best-in-class engagement metrics. Optimize inventory positions to support sales growth and drive world class inventory turns. Develop, deploy, and execute site operating and expense budgets. Attract, develop, and retain qualified, talented people, creating and sustaining a high-performance culture and plan for succession. Champion new product introduction (NPI) and custom special launch to manufacturing process to ensure manufacturability to deliver high quality products on-time. Develop and execute annual capital equipment plan. Enhance performance of assigned employees, completing appraisals and recommending promotions, salary increases or performance improvement plans. Ensure site compliance. Accountable for development and management of required compliance procedures and training. May be assigned additional projects and responsibilities at the sole discretion of the manager.

 

 

Critical Success Factors: 

Ability to drive change across the organization. The ideal candidate is a talented, innovative, and creative leader who brings experience in manufacturing and procurement. Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external business partners. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, environment. Ability to drive a high level of employee engagement. Strategic thinker ability to keep a pulse on both overall company objectives and user needs. Self-management – You will set your own strategy and daily tasks; you will ensure your own success.

Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree, manufacturing management, engineering, supply chain management, related field, or equivalent.  An advanced degree is preferred. A minimum of 10 years of experience in a lean manufacturing setting, with at least 5 years in a managerial role Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite skills Ability to demonstrate solid written and oral communication skills Working knowledge and understanding of ERP/MRP systems and their use in a manufacturing environment Exceptional communication skills for varying levels of personnel Exceptional project management skills Demonstrated track record of achieving results through lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives Strong analytical and decision-making skills

 Additional Requirements:

Due to export compliance requirements anyone working in this role must be a lawful U.S. Citizen, U.S Permanent Resident or protected individual under immigration statutes

Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that associates encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand/or sit, squat, turn/twist, reach, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and computer keyboards.  The employee must occasionally lift, carry, push or pull up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures and workspace restrictions. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. Employees will be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which may include eye, hearing and respiratory protection, protective smock, steel toe shoes, gloves, hard hats, or face shields. Contact lenses may not be allowed in some areas. The associate must also be willing and able to travel by all forms of transportation. 

 

The duties listed in job descriptions are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

 

The purpose of this description is to assist in ADA compliance and is not intended for other purposes.

 

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Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

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