Director of Manufacturing

DSJ Global; Kentucky; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global seeks a Director of Manufacturing to provide strategic leadership for all plant operations in a food and beverage environment. The role drives safety, quality, productivity, cost control and continuous improvement while building and guiding manufacturing teams to achieve goals.

You will lead Lean and Six Sigma programs, monitor KPIs, ensure GMP/HACCP/FDA/USDA compliance, and collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering and HR to meet business objectives and oversee capital

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Food Science, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in food and beverage.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, FDA, USDA regulations.
• Proven track record improving performance, productivity, quality and cost metrics.
• Experience leading large teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing operations, including production, safety, quality, and maintenance.
• Drive operational excellence through Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and improve KPIs related to safety, quality, productivity, service, and cost.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards (GMP, HACCP, FDA, USDA).
• Develop and mentor production leadership teams.
• Manage budgets, labor utilization, and operational costs.
• Partner with Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering and HR to achieve objectives.
• Support capital projects, process improvements, and facility growth initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Quality systems

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Director of Manufacturing provides strategic leadership for all plant operations within a food and beverage manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for driving safety, quality, productivity, cost control, and continuous improvement while leading and developing manufacturing teams to achieve operational goals.

Job Summary

The Director of Manufacturing provides strategic leadership for all plant operations within a food and beverage manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for driving safety, quality, productivity, cost control, and continuous improvement while leading and developing manufacturing teams to achieve operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing operations, including production, safety, quality, and maintenance.
• Drive operational excellence through Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and improve KPIs related to safety, quality, productivity, service, and cost.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards, including GMP, HACCP, FDA, and USDA requirements.
• Develop and mentor production leadership teams.
• Manage budgets, labor utilization, and operational costs.
• Partner with Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and HR to achieve business objectives.
• Support capital projects, process improvements, and facility growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Food Science, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, including food and beverage manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, FDA, USDA, and food safety regulations.
• Proven success improving manufacturing performance, productivity, quality, and cost metrics.
• Experience leading large teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience preferred.