Director, Operations

ProMach Careers•Moorestown, NJ

About The Position

The Director of Operations for WLS is responsible for the strategic leadership of the Production group, including but not limited to the manufacture of new, refurbished and upgrade components and assemblies. This role is also responsible for strategic leadership of the Mechanical Engineering team. This Senior Leadership position is responsible for leading multiple teams and facilitating successful outcomes for our employees and customers.

Requirements

BSME/BSEE or similar degree
15+ years of overall experience in operations and/or engineering roles in a similar industry with increasing levels of responsibility
5+ years of project or management responsibility
Solid knowledge of equipment of the type that we produce.
Good general automation controls and mechanical design knowledge, as it pertains to manufacturing
Must be a solid ambassador for the company and project a professional image when interfacing with outside contacts such as customers and suppliers
Understanding of structured design processes
Excellent decision-making skills relative to the balance between time, cost and quality
Solid understanding of the validation process required for equipment
Good interpersonal and leadership skills
Ability to work with little supervision
Capable of displaying positive leadership traits that result in united teams

Responsibilities

Manage the Production group to ensure safety, quality and efficient operations
Manage the Mechanical Engineering group with respect to all activities including administrative and project related
Provide leadership through garnering the respect of the engineering team as well as cross-functional peers
Responsible for the engineering role in the quoting and conceptualization process required to support the sales team
Drive excellent documentation practices
Responsible for periodic reporting of project status to cross-functional and upper management
Drive the concept and detailed design efforts from the customer specifications and deliver the resulting product on time and within budget
Interface with customers during visits, FATs, etc. and project a professional and positive image on behalf of the company
Create a culture of pride in products, company and facilities.
Ensure facility is kept clean and presentable
General management of group resources including hiring, terminating, reviews, etc.
Creating and managing to a budget