Director of Production Operations - Talently : Job Details

Job Title: Director of Production

Location: On Site - Ashtabula, OH, United States

Salary: $125,000 - $250,000

Skills: Door manufacturing, production operations, Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Quality Assurance

About the Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing Industry / The Opportunity:

Our client, a dynamic leader in the Home Furnishings Manufacturing industry, is seeking a Director of Production to oversee and optimize all aspects of production operations. This position presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and drive operational effectiveness, ensure quality standards, and achieve financial objectives. Based in Ashtabula, OH, this role is integral to maintaining the company's competitive edge and profitability while fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Assist senior leadership in developing and implementing long and short-term planning, policies, and programs.
• Develop manufacturing plans and establish procedures to ensure products meet customer and company quality specifications.
• Oversee plant production scheduling to maximize performance and efficiency.
• Manage plant budgets, cost updates, and incentive programs.
• Audit plant operations and analyze production data to provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Oversee logistics operations, including importing and ocean freight shipping of doors.
• Collaborate with the legal department on patent-related matters as needed.
• Recommend manufacturing policies and programs to improve competitive positioning and profitability.
• Act as a liaison between various organizational levels to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Hire, develop, and evaluate staff while consulting with the Human Resources department.
• Lead special projects as directed by the President.
• Very frequent travel between Southern California and Ohio

Must-Have Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in industrial, mechanical, or business administration.
• Minimum of ten (10) years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• At least five (5) years of manufacturing management experience.
• Proven ability to lead and implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of production quality standards and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to travel frequently between Southern California and Ohio

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience managing logistics and import/export operations.
• Familiarity with patent-related processes and collaboration with legal teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Experience in profit and loss (P&L) management.