Manufacturing Operations Director — Lead, Optimize & Grow

rkmi; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans with HSA and FSA

401(k) with company match

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

RK Industries, LLC is seeking a seasoned Production Leader to oversee the creation, training and continual improvement of a world-class production and installation team in our Colorado operations. You will drive safety, quality and cost effectiveness while aligning production with market needs.

With 15+ years in production, manufacturing or construction, you will lead lean initiatives, develop talent, and partner with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, reduce waste, and deliver

Qualifications

• High school completion or equivalent required.
• Post-secondary diploma is a plus.
• ISO, 5S, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, Visual Factory experience preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour certification.
• Experience with data centers and modular processes.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop and train a world-class production and installation team.
• Provide leadership for the production operation delivering quality products productively and efficiently.
• Recruit, develop, and train a high performance team
• Ensure production processes are optimized for each product and that process controls are in place
• Designs, implements and leads best-in-class business production processes
• Oversees technical and professional development of the Production team and function
• Serve as the principal company Production interface with the market and customers.
• Lead in continual improvement, corrective action and customer satisfaction practices.
• Responsible for the technical accuracy, quality and cost effectiveness of the production operation.
• Provide production leadership in problem solving and troubleshooting of issues or problems.
• Create a team oriented working environment that fosters growth, accountability & fun.
• Provide clear leadership and vision, inspire and motivate the Production staff to achieve excellence.
• Facilitate, direct and drive continuous Improvement across all production related areas of the business.
• Lead value production, design optimization, and constructability efforts coordinating with production team
• Lead the daily production to ensure assigned tasks are delivered within budget, on schedule and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Accountable for the performance of the production team and the quality of the products.
• Responsible and accountable for the development of a “zero injury” culture.
• Compliance and implementation of all company policies and procedures
• Accountable for the safety and well-being of direct reports and all other employees.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Problem solving

Change management

Negotiation

Team development

Safety culture

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary diploma

Job description

RK Industries, LLC is seeking a seasoned Production Leader to oversee the creation, training and continual improvement of a world-class production and installation team in our Colorado operations. You will drive safety, quality and cost effectiveness while aligning production with market needs.

With 15+ years in production, manufacturing or construction, you will lead lean initiatives, develop talent, and partner with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, reduce waste, and deliver