Director of Manufacturing (Site Leader)
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BASX is seeking a transformational manufacturing executive to serve as Site Leader (Director of Manufacturing) at its Redmond operation. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational management to shape a scalable organization aligned with long‑term growth.
You will partner with executive leadership to drive automation, Industry 4.0 initiatives, capital planning, and workforce development while delivering measurable improvements in productivity, quality, safety, and delivery
Qualifications
- Experience leading large-scale manufacturing organizations.
- Proven success driving operational and cultural transformation.
- Experience with automation, digital manufacturing, or Industry 4.0.
- Strong financial acumen and capital investments planning.
- Track record of improving productivity and quality.
- Executive leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to balance strategic vision with execution.
- Experience building leadership teams and scalable structures.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year manufacturing strategy aligned with growth initiatives.
- Lead scalability, profitability, and customer satisfaction initiatives.
- Drive capacity planning and strategic capital investments.
- Champion lean, continuous improvement, and automation.
- Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic decisions.
- Build and mentor a high-performing site leadership team.
- Pursue safety, quality, and on-time delivery improvements.
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Executive Manufacturing Leadership Opportunity
Executive Manufacturing Leadership Opportunity
BASX is seeking a transformational manufacturing executive to lead one of its key operations as Site Leader (Director of Manufacturing).
This role is far more than manufacturing oversight. It is an opportunity to shape the future of a growing operation, influence enterprise strategy, drive large-scale operational transformation, and build the manufacturing capabilities required to support long‑term business growth.
As the senior manufacturing leader for the site, you will serve as a trusted business partner to executive leadership and will be responsible for aligning manufacturing strategy, operational performance, capital investment, workforce development, and technology advancement with the organization’s strategic objectives.
The successful candidate will bring a balance of strategic vision and operational discipline while building a culture of accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth.
- Lead manufacturing operations that directly support the growth strategy of a rapidly expanding organization.
- Shape the future‑state manufacturing vision through automation, digital transformation, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
- Influence major capital investment decisions, facility expansion plans, and manufacturing technology roadmaps.
- Build leadership capability and strengthen organizational effectiveness across the operation.
- Partner directly with executive leadership to establish long‑term operational strategies.
- Drive measurable improvements in productivity, quality, safety, delivery performance, and profitability.
- Leave a lasting legacy by creating a scalable manufacturing organization positioned for future growth.
- Establish and execute a multi‑year manufacturing strategy aligned with company growth initiatives.
- Lead initiatives that enhance operational scalability, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
- Drive business performance through operational excellence, capacity optimization, and strategic planning.
- Lead cultural and operational transformation initiatives across the facility.
- Advance Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles throughout the organization.
- Champion automation, smart factory technologies, and digital manufacturing capabilities.
- Identify and implement breakthrough improvements that create sustainable competitive advantages.
- Serve as a key member of the site leadership team.
- Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic business decisions.
- Influence organizational direction through data‑driven decision‑making and operational expertise.
- Provide strategic recommendations regarding investments, growth opportunities, risk mitigation, and resource allocation.
- Build and mentor a high‑performing leadership team.
- Create succession plans and strengthen organizational capability.
- Foster a culture focused on accountability, engagement, innovation, and results.
- Attract and retain top manufacturing talent.
Scope & Organizational Impact
Serves as the senior manufacturing leader for BASX's Redmond operation, directing a workforce of more than 500 employees across a manufacturing footprint exceeding 300,000 square feet. Responsible for shaping manufacturing strategy, leading operational transformation, guiding capital investments, and building the organizational capabilities required to support continued growth and market leadership.
We are seeking a respected manufacturing leader with a demonstrated history of transforming operations, developing talent, and delivering measurable business results.
- Proven experience leading large‑scale manufacturing organizations.
- Demonstrated success driving operational and cultural transformation.
- Experience leading automation, digital manufacturing, or Industry 4.0 initiatives.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing capital investments and operating budgets.
- A track record of improving productivity, quality, throughput, and operational efficiency.
- Exceptional leadership presence and executive communication skills.
- The ability to balance strategic vision with executional excellence.
- Experience building high‑performing leadership teams and scalable organizational structures.
- Manufacturing Transformation
- Business Transformation
- Enterprise Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Development
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Continuous Improvement
- Operational Excellence
- Value Stream Optimization
- Industry 4.0
- Smart Factory Strategy
- Digital Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Innovation
- Automation Strategy
- Capital Projects
- Capacity Planning
- Facility Expansion
- Cost Optimization
- Investment Planning
Requires a four‑year ABET‑accredited degree in engineering with significant experience in manufacturing technology; 10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, including leadership of large‑scale initiatives; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Advanced degrees and certifications in quality control or advanced manufacturing are preferred.
BASX continues to invest in advanced manufacturing capabilities, growth initiatives, and operational excellence. This position offers the opportunity to lead meaningful change within an organization committed to innovation, customer success, and long‑term growth.
For leaders who enjoy building organizations, developing talent, optimizing operations, and shaping strategy, this role offers both the challenge and visibility necessary to make a significant impact.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, Redmond offers an exceptional quality of life and access to world‑class outdoor recreation.
- Hiking, skiing, fishing, mountain biking, golf, and year‑round outdoor activities
- Family‑friendly communities and excellent schools
- One of the fastest‑growing regions in the Pacific Northwest
- No Oregon state sales tax
- Easy access to Bend, the Cascade Mountains, and major regional airports
- Executive‑level compensation package
- Annual incentive opportunity
- Comprehensive benefits program
- Relocation assistance available
- Sponsorship not available
If you are a forward‑thinking manufacturing executive who thrives on creating organizational capability, driving transformation, and delivering business results, this is an opportunity to lead at a strategic level while shaping the future of a growing operation.
This role requires strategic thinking, technical leadership, and the ability to manage complex initiatives across departments and locations. The Director must be capable of balancing high‑level planning with hands‑on engagement in manufacturing operations.
- Communicates effectively in written and spoken form
- Possesses excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
- Demonstrates strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Works effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Sit or stand for up to 95% of work hours
- Regular visits to manufacturing facilities with exposure to seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and chemical fumes
The Director, Manufacturing operates in both office and production environments, with frequent interaction across departments and facilities.
- Work is performed in a combination of office and factory settings
- Exposure to loud noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and industrial equipment
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when on the production floor
- Frequent collaboration with engineering, operations, quality, and executive leadership teams
- This position is designated as a safety‑sensitive role and is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing
- Compliance with all company safety and operational policies is mandatory
Disclaimer
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.
We take care of our people. We offer competitive compensation and robust benefits to all full‑time team members, including:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time‑off
- Paid holidays
- Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts
- Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan Bonus
- Premium 401(k) plan
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