1. Position Description
Position
Title: Director of Manufacturing
Department Manufacturing
Reports To: President and General Manager
Position Summary
Directs and oversees all manufacturing operations (plastic laminate casework and
metal fabrication), including production, maintenance, and all logistics and
supply chain management functions (i.e. shipping, receiving, inventory,
purchasing and scheduling). Meets performance objectives related to safety,
productivity, quality, delivery and cost through the effective management and
utilization of equipment, facilities and personnel. Monitors plant expenditures
and budgets.
Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
1. Serve as an active member of Senior Staff.
2. Help develop and implement short-term and long-term strategic plans.
3. Manage and lead all assigned personnel. Provide appropriate
coaching, training and development for employees.
4. Work with other departments to ensure maximum efficiency and
effectiveness. Collaborate with departments such as Sales,
Engineering and Account Management to determine feasibility of
products and projects.
5. Determine appropriate headcount / staffing needs.
6. Manage policy deployment and procedures in the areas of Lean
manufacturing (continuous improvement), quality, cost, complete and
ontime delivery, safety, customer satisfaction, employee relations,
visual controls and plant performance.

2. 7. Oversee facility maintenance and improvements, and develop
appropriate plans for capital expenditures related to equipment
upgrades and/or replacement.
8. Continuously research and implement cost savings measures related to
materials, labor and processes.
9. Ensure compliance with applicable local, state and federal regulations.
10. Establish an organizational culture that results in the attraction and
retention of top talent, fosters high employee job satisfaction and
morale, and adds to the organization’s bottom line.
11. Develop appropriate policies and procedures that support the
organization’s values, mission, goals and strategic plans.
12. Assist with the implementation of training programs for the purpose of
improving the quality of employee performance.
13. Provide regular updates to company leaders and other management
team members.
14. Support and uphold the company’s mission and values.
15. Demonstrate professional maturity and high levels of discretion,
integrity and ethical behavior.
16. Be courteous, positive and customer-focused and display an
orientation toward teamwork.
17. Work in a safe manner.
18. Understand, embrace and adhere to the continuous improvement
principles (e.g. Lean).
19. Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualification Requirements
1. Bachelor degree in manufacturing, business, engineering or a related
field or equivalent experience.
2. Ten years experience in woodworking manufacturing, as well as
knowledge and experience in metal fabrication, assembly and paint
lines.

3. 3. Demonstrated experience and knowledge of continuous improvement
principles and techniques.
4. Three years mid to upper-level management experience and a
demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
5. Demonstrated success with maintaining high levels of safety, quality,
productivity and on-time delivery.
6. Knowledge of engineering processes.
7. Fundamental knowledge of logistics (scheduling and delivery) and
supply chain management (materials, purchasing and inventory).
8. Thorough knowledge and understanding of state and federal
employment regulations.
9. Organizational skills.
10. Coaching, mentoring and employee development skills.
11. Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
12. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
13. Ability to comprehend the dynamics and sensitivity of an
organization’s culture and the ability to solve related problems.
14. Computer literacy, including the ability to word process, utilize
software applications and use electronic mail.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to
stand, walk, sit, talk, see and hear. The employee is occasionally required to
stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms. The employee
may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Minimal travel and/or
driving is required. Noise levels are typically low to moderate.
The information contained in this position description is intended to describe the
general content and requirements for the successful performance of the position.
It is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Additional
duties and requirements may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
the position.