Manufacturing Director jobs in Washington

Manufacturing Director oversees manufacturing operations and the production management and supervisory teams for a plant or unit. Incorporates organization-wide operational safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and cost control policies and programs into manufacturing processes. Being a Manufacturing Director monitors production metrics, responds to and resolves problems, and recommends process improvements, new technologies, and methods to maximize operational efficiency. Collaborates with leaders to manage and resolve workforce or labor issues and develop long-term solutions. Additionally, Manufacturing Director implements long-term plans for facilities, equipment, materials, technology, and workforce resources to maintain manufacturing capacity and processes that support business goals. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Manufacturing Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Manufacturing Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Manufacturing (R39353)
  • Blue Origin, LLC
  • Kent, WA FULL_TIME
  • This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

    You will be leading a dedicated team responsible for fabricating Blue Origin’s Engine products at the Kent, Washington site, engaging with a diverse group of specialists, technicians, and engineers. This pivotal role directly impacts the history of space exploration and requires unwavering commitment and attention to detail for safe and consistent spaceflight operations. The successful candidate will work closely with manufacturing leadership, supply chain management, program management, engineering, and production control to ensure timely delivery. We are seeking an individual to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality, with a specific focus on machine shop and fabrication processes, including lasers, welding, and tube shop. A passion for our mission and vision is essential!

    Responsibilities include but not limited to:

    • Overall responsibility for production and delivery of Engine components to final Engine assembly.
    • Leverage Blue’s leadership principles to cultivate a trusting, learning culture of leaders through continuous feedback, coaching and robust development opportunities.
    • Collaborate across functions to maintain the manufacturing schedule and overcome barriers to meet delivery commitments.
    • Own all area KPI’s and supporting process improvements, continually raising the bar on performance expectations.
    • Participate in critical program decision boards; corrective action boards; and risk boards.
    • Champion safety always and first-time quality across all functions while growing and developing your team at all levels.
    • Analyze processes and operations at the micro and macro levels followed by implementing high impact improvements for safety, cost savings, and other means to accelerate progress.
    • Define and manage budgets and schedules for raw material, operational expenses, labor, and capital projects.
    • Implement the Blue Production System to build a production framework that supports World-Class capabilities and fosters One Blue culture.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • BA or BS degree or equivalent experience with emphasis in Manufacturing Engineering or Operations Management
    • 10 years of manufacturing leadership experience
    • Evidence of progressive responsibilities in manufacturing in an area such as launch vehicles, spacecraft, aircraft, automotive, medical devices, power generation systems, or electronics.
    • Previous experience in a directorial role
    • Experience building a high performing team that is tightly coordinated to key partners, including all the teams supporting the manufacturing and supply chain of complex builds.
    • Highly effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
    • Ability to maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of trust, respect, inclusion, and integrity.
    • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

    Desired:

    • 15 years of experience working aerospace or automotive production lines.
    • Knowledge of fabrication processes, integration processes, systems engineering practices, test, quality, and configuration management systems.
    • Lean Manufacturing Expert.

     

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Director of Manufacturing (R39353)
  • Blue Origin
  • Seattle, WA FULL_TIME
  • At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture o...
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Director of Manufacturing, Aerospace
  • Recruiting From Scratch
  • Seattle, WA CONTRACTOR
  • Who is Recruiting from Scratch: Recruiting from Scratch is a premier talent firm that focuses on placing the best product managers, software, and hardware talent at innovative companies. Our team is 1...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Associate Director, Manufacturing
  • NanoString Technologies
  • Bothell, WA FULL_TIME
  • Our Mission is to Map the Universe of Biology.Improving the human condition is what fuels our passion for finding new ways of enabling scientific exploration. As a company, we strive to create end-to-...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Director, Dedicated Manufacturing Capacity Lead
  • Gateway Recruiting, INC.
  • Bellevue, WA FULL_TIME
  • For more information on this role contact Whitney Forbes at wforbes@gatewayrecruiting.com
  • 8 Days Ago

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Director Manufacturing New Shepard (R38657)
  • Blue Origin, LLC
  • Kent, WA FULL_TIME
  • This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facili...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Manufacturing Director of IT
  • Robert Half
  • Fairhaven, MA
  • Job Title: Director of IT (with Manufacturing Experience) Job Location: Fairhaven, MA (Onsite, 5 days per week) Job Type...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Director
  • The Judge Group
  • Butte, MT
  • Our client is currently seeking a Manufacturing Director for their fast-paced, advanced technology development company. ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Manufacturing
  • Lakeshore Talent
  • Thornton, CO
  • Lakeshore Talent is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Director to lead various teams, including Production, Display, ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Manufacturing
  • Planet Innovation
  • Irvine, CA
  • Planet Innovation (PI) is a globally recognised Healthtech Innovation and Manufacturing company. PI offers the full spec...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Manufacturing Director
  • Coda Search│Staffing
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • Summary: The Human Resources Manufacturing Director North America is responsible for leading and managing the HR functio...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Manufacturing Director
  • Coda Search│Staffing
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • Summary: The Human Resources Manufacturing Director North America is responsible for leading and managing the HR functio...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assoc Drug Substance Manufacturing Director
  • Exelixis Inc.
  • Alameda, CA
  • SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE: This role is responsible for supporting Exelixis' small molecule development from early-stage devel...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Manufacturing
  • Protech Solutions
  • Elmira, NY
  • At Protech Business Solutions we strive to connect our candidates with a position that best provides job satisfaction, m...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington (/ˈwɒʃɪŋtən/), officially the State of Washington, is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Washington is the northwestern-most state of the contiguous United States. It borders Idaho to the east, bounded mostly by the meridian running north from the confluence of the Snake River and Clearwater River (about 116°57' west), except for the southernmost section where the border follows the Snake River. Oregon is to the south, with the Columbia River forming the western part and the 46th parallel forming the eastern part of the Oregon-Washington border. To the wes...
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Income Estimation for Manufacturing Director jobs
$174,926 to $229,338

Manufacturing Director in Albany, GA
Previous experience with FDA current Good Manufacturing Practices, European Union regulations, and/or ISO certification for product manufacturing is required.
January 14, 2020
Manufacturing Director in Columbia, SC
A Change Agent with Managing Director Potential, is required to develop a world-class continuous improvement culture to support growth.
February 15, 2020
Manufacturing Director in Middlesex, NJ
Oversees management of all areas of manufacturing to produce products and direct activities so that approved products are manufactured on schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives.
December 19, 2019