Director of Manufacturing Operations & Training Leadership

JARC Training; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Jane Addams Resource Corporation Philadelphia seeks a Director of Manufacturing Operations to lead CMP and BWS programs, manage the training facility, and drive graduate placement. You will supervise technical instructors, oversee equipment and safety, and promote Lean practices across the site.

With 10+ years in manufacturing and strong leadership, you will advance training quality, engage employers, and expand incumbent worker offerings while maintaining a culture of safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be dedicated to JARC’s mission of moving individuals and families out of poverty through a combination of skills training and support services
• 10 years of manufacturing experience preferred
• Working knowledge of key manufacturing and fabricating processes, including CNC, Welding, Assembly and shop safety
• 5 years of experience managing and developing staff preferred
• 5 years of teaching or on-the-job teaching is preferred
• Experience with business development and/or employer engagement is preferred
• Bilingual Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing operations including equipment, supply budgets, and purchasing at the training center
• Manage machine maintenance program; schedule routine and preventive maintenance and coordinate with vendors
• Lead Safety Program at the training center, perform safety audits, maintain records, and enforce OSHA policies
• Apply Lean Manufacturing practices (5S, visual management) to track trainee progress
• Provide instruction in CMP topics (Manufacturing Skills, CNC, Welding, Metrology) as needed
• Supervise and develop technical training instructors and provide technical support
• Lead Business and Workforce Services by supporting job development and employer engagement
• Collaborate with program directors to design customized incumbent worker training aligning with customer goals
• Participate in Management Team and Employment Services meetings; maintain confidential information handling
• Model shop safety and foster a warm, inclusive environment; conduct performance evaluations

Job description

Jane Addams Resource Corporation Philadelphia seeks a Director of Manufacturing Operations to lead CMP and BWS programs, manage the training facility, and drive graduate placement. You will supervise technical instructors, oversee equipment and safety, and promote Lean practices across the site.

With 10+ years in manufacturing and strong leadership, you will advance training quality, engage employers, and expand incumbent worker offerings while maintaining a culture of safety and excellence.