Director of Manufacturing

Feniex Industries • Austin, TX

443d • $125,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Director of Manufacturing is responsible for leading the manufacturing team to achieve ambitious business goals while overseeing all in-house production and manufacturing processes. This role emphasizes maintaining product integrity, promoting a culture of care and excellence, and ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing.
• Proven leadership skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and practices.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems for data management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in developing training programs for manufacturing staff.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the manufacturing team to meet daily and monthly revenue and stock goals.
• Develop and execute the manufacturing plan schedule (daily, weekly, and monthly).
• Uphold the 5x10 business model and ensure quality assurance on the floor.
• Maintain a clean work environment with labeled stations, equipment, and bins.
• Ensure all floor equipment is in good working condition and regularly maintained.
• Control and maintain BOMs in the ERP system, ensuring they are live and accurate.
• Develop and deploy a strategic manufacturing plan aligned with overall business strategy and operational objectives.
• Plan production and delivery to meet product quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Review analysis of cost, operations, and forecast data to determine progress toward stated goals and provide updates to leadership.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and health-oriented work environment for all employees.
• Lead continuous process improvement and efficiency of production lines in a Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to create and support skills development programs.
• Develop future leaders by providing resources and support for skill development.
• Create, maintain, and manage training schedules for floor staff.
• Manage and maintain floor measurements, ensuring accurate labor time recording.
• Develop and maintain floor-level promotions and incentive plans.
• Create OKRs and KPIs for the team in line with company goals and report monthly on status.
• Complete root cause analysis on issues to prevent fallout and increase efficiency.
• Promote ethical practices and a positive working environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed