Director of Manufacturing - Leading Plastics Packaging Firm
Location: Greater Allentown, PA Area
Summary: We are seeking a Director of Manufacturing to lead our plastics packaging manufacturing operations. This role requires a strong leader with technical expertise in the packaging industry, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and cGMP standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all manufacturing operations, including EHS, Quality, Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, and Human Resources.
- Drive continuous improvement and foster a safety culture across the facility.
- Conduct performance reviews and develop employees.
- Ensure efficient operation of flexible packaging machinery.
- Monitor plant activities to ensure compliance with company policies and best practices.
- Develop and uphold operational KPIs to maintain a world-class manufacturing facility and ensure employee safety.
- Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and other stakeholders as necessary.
- Collaborate with department heads and corporate executives to track progress on company goals and plant performance.
- Implement LEAN/Six Sigma methodologies throughout the facility.
- Train and coach employees on best practices, including handling hazardous materials.
- Ensure operations comply with cGMP guidelines.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute long-term business plans aligned with company vision and standards.
- Hire, train, motivate, and lead employees to become organizational leaders.
Minimum Candidate Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
- 10+ years of experience in a flexible packaging, flexographic printing, or similar manufacturing environment.
- 5+ years of plant management experience.
- Technical expertise in injection molding, printing, lamination, or similar manufacturing processes.
- Lean and/or Six Sigma certifications; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification is a plus.
- Superior leadership abilities and the ability to drive cultural and organizational change.
- Experience with LEAN and/or 5S manufacturing practices.
