Director, Manufacturing

Saab • East Syracuse, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Saab in East Syracuse, New York, you have the opportunity to join a team that will manufacture multiple product lines for DoD, FAA and international customers. Saab provides an excellent working environment, offering advancement and professional growth opportunities, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Saab Inc. is seeking a dynamic, results-oriented individual to fill the role of Director of Manufacturing. The Director of Manufacturing reports to the VP of Operations and is responsible for the entirety of manufacturing operations, supporting multiple divisions within Saab Inc., located in East Syracuse, NY. This individual will develop and oversee a world-class operations organization through various staffing, training and talent management initiatives. This includes development and implementation of strategies to meet cost, quality, delivery, customer satisfaction, EHS, and continuous improvement goals. More specific responsibilities include: Attract and retain the production staff necessary to achieve strategic business objectives and operating goals. This includes the Manufacturing Functional Management staff, appropriate distribution of skills and capacity across the Manufacturing organization, and continuously monitoring and reconciling head counts with the operating budget. Lead, inspire and engage a diverse team of employees. Drive performance to reach Saab Inc.’s revenue, EBIT and OTD goals. Identifies and implements continuous improvement initiatives that enhance cost and schedule performance. Assist and guide with workflows, prioritization, procedures, training, support, safety, process improvement, and quality. Monitor and guide team to achieve delivery of distinctively high-quality products; to include performance, reliability, cost and on-time delivery Establish and maintain the Manufacturing Capital Budget Compensation Range: $184,400 - $248,900 The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience with proven track record of success in leading mid to large functional organizations.
• Experience with DoD acquisition process and customer requirements.
• Experience forecasting resource requirements (people, money & assets) in order to meet business objectives.
• Ability to contribute to the development strategy and lead strategic initiatives in support of functional and business objectives.
• Experience measuring team and process performance through the definition and use of appropriate metrics
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% in support of program and business development efforts.
• Working experience in a matrix organization.
• Capable of obtaining a Secret level clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in business, engineering or related field preferred - MBA desirable.
• Experience transitioning a manufacturing organization to a new Enterprise Resource Planning System
• Experience with Oracle highly desired

Responsibilities

• Attract and retain the production staff necessary to achieve strategic business objectives and operating goals.
• Lead, inspire and engage a diverse team of employees.
• Drive performance to reach Saab Inc.’s revenue, EBIT and OTD goals.
• Identifies and implements continuous improvement initiatives that enhance cost and schedule performance.
• Assist and guide with workflows, prioritization, procedures, training, support, safety, process improvement, and quality.
• Monitor and guide team to achieve delivery of distinctively high-quality products; to include performance, reliability, cost and on-time delivery
• Establish and maintain the Manufacturing Capital Budget

Benefits

• Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees