Vice President, Membrane Operations
About The Position
For more than six decades, Kovalus Separation Solutions (KSS) has led the way in developing innovative separation technologies that serve a diverse range of industries and applications around the globe. Kovalus provides comprehensive membrane, ion exchange and thermal based solutions to many markets, including water and wastewater, food and beverage, dairy, life sciences and industrial processes. Our solutions help thousands of customers to recover high value products, reduce their water footprint, increase productivity, and reduce costs. Kovalus is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, a suburb north of Boston but has employees located worldwide. Kovalus is seeking an experienced, results oriented Director of Membrane Manufacturing Operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in managing large scale membrane production facilities, driving operational excellence and delivering high quality products.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of experience managing a large scale manufacturing operations, preferably in membrane industry
- Must relocate to Wilmington, MA
- Excellent leadership, team management, communication and interpersonal skills
- Strategic thinker with a results oriented mindset
- Excellent team management and leadership skills.
- Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) required.
Nice To Haves
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Vendor negotiation and contract management
- Knowledge of transportation modes and regulations
- Experience with free trade agreements, duty drawback, and special trade programs.
- In-depth knowledge of U.S. and international trade compliance, customs regulations, and government agency requirements
- Leadership and team development
- Advanced Excel and logistics systems proficiency
Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership to the manufacturing team, in Monterrey, Mexico and Wilmignton Massachsuestts, global logistics/supply chain, EHS, and Maintenance. Will be responsible for fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and operations excellence. Mentor and develop team members to build a high performing and motivated workforce.
- Operational Management: Oversee day to day manufacturing operation, including production scheduling, resource allocation and worklow management. Ensure that production targets and KPIs are met while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and compliance.
- Cost Management: Develop and manage the manufacturing budget, ensuring efficient use of resources. Identify opportunities for cost savings and drive initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans for membrane manufacturing operations in alignment with company’s overall objectives.
- Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain robust quality assurance and continuous improvement processes to ensure that membrane products meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectation.
Benefits
- Medical (4 plan options), Dental (2 plan options) and Vision insurances
- 401K (match & fixed company contribution)
- health savings and flexible spending accounts
- company provided basic life insurance policy with the option of selecting additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse or dependents
- disability insurances (short-term policy is company paid & long-term is split between company and employee)
- voluntary insurance plans for accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
- business and personal travel insurance
- 10 paid holidays
- vacation time
- sick time
- employee assistance program
- educational assistance program
- referral bonus
- bereavement leave
- All benefits are subject to applicable plan and program terms (including eligibility terms) and may be subject to change.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
