Manufacturing Site Director

FLIR Systems, Inc.; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 188,000 - 251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development and training

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is seeking a Site Director to lead its Salem, Massachusetts operation, overseeing engineering, manufacturing, operations, and program management to drive growth and operational excellence. Reports to the SVP & GM, QES and Energetics US.

The role focuses on strategy, capacity expansion, talent development, customer satisfaction, and lean/six sigma driven improvements while ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality execution throughout the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Business or related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or similarly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated success leading multi-functional organizations including Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations and Program Management.
• Proven experience driving strategic growth, organizational scaling, capacity expansion, and operational transformation.
• Strong business and financial acumen with P&L responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Salem site and growth initiatives.
• Oversee manufacturing and operations modernization, automation, and capacity expansion.
• Lead engineering, process, and new product development activities.
• Ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality execution of programs.
• Develop high-performing leadership and talent development plans.

Skills

Leadership experience

P&L experience

Lean Six Sigma

PMP

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations/Business

MBA

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

PMP

Job description

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description Site Director – Salem, Massachusetts Teledyne QES and Energetics US

Reports To: Senior Vice President & General Manager, QES and Energetics US

Position Summary

Seeking a strategic and results-oriented Site Director to lead its Salem, Massachusetts operation. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President & General Manager of QES and Energetics US, this role is responsible for overall business performance, strategic planning, organizational development, operational excellence, engineering execution, and long-term growth. The Site Director will lead a multi-functional organization including Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Program Management. The position is responsible for building a scalable organization capable of supporting business growth through product innovation, process modernization, technology investment, talent development, and operational transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Business Growth
  • Develop and execute the strategic vision and long-range growth plan for the site.
  • Drive profitable growth through increased market penetration, operational scalability, and customer expansion.
  • Lead annual operating plans, capital investment strategies, workforce planning, and capacity expansion initiatives.
  • Ensure organizational structure, talent, and infrastructure are aligned to support future growth objectives.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
  • Serve as the senior executive representative for the business with customers, industry partners, and corporate leadership.
  • Own overall business performance including revenue growth, profitability, cash flow, bookings, backlog, and capital investments.
  • Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range business plans.
  • Build and develop a high-performing leadership team through coaching, succession planning, and talent development.
• Operations
  • Provide executive leadership for all manufacturing and operational activities.
  • Lead facility manufacturing modernization, and automation initiatives.
  • Optimize labor, equipment, facilities, and capital resources to improve productivity and throughput.
  • Remove operational constraints and establish scalable processes capable of supporting future demand.
  • Drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery performance, and manufacturing lead-time reduction.
  • Oversee capital planning and investment decisions to support growth and operational efficiency.
• Engineering Leadership & Technology Development
  • Provide executive leadership for Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Test Engineering, and New Product Development activities.
  • Establish engineering strategies aligned with business objectives, customer requirements, and technology roadmaps.
  • Build engineering capability and capacity to support sustained growth and program execution.
  • Drive Design for Manufacturability, Design for Cost, and Design for Reliability initiatives.
  • Ensure successful transition of new products from development into production.
  • Lead engineering workforce planning, succession development, and technical talent acquisition.
• Program Execution & Customer Success
  • Ensure successful execution of customer programs across cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance objectives.
  • Establish rigorous operating reviews, risk management processes, and performance accountability.
  • Support strategic proposals, contract negotiations, and business development initiatives.
• Safety, Quality & Compliance
  • Champion an uncompromising commitment to safety, ethics, quality, and environmental stewardship.
  • Ensure compliance with aerospace, defense, customer, regulatory, and government requirements.
  • Maintain robust quality systems and operational controls that support business objectives and customer expectations.

Qualifications

Required Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Business, or a related discipline. 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or a similarly regulated industry. Demonstrated success leading multi-functional organizations including Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Program Management. Proven experience driving strategic growth, organizational scaling, capacity expansion, and operational transformation. Strong business and financial acumen with P&L responsibility. Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence initiatives. Exceptional leadership, communication, and customer relationship skills. Preferred MBA, Master's Degree in Engineering, or other relevant advanced degree. Previous Site Leadership experience. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, or equivalent leadership certification. Experience leading process improvement, automation programs, and growth initiatives. Experience supporting government and defense programs.

Success in this role will be measured by the ability to:

• Strengthen engineering capability and accelerate new product introduction.
• Build a high-performing leadership team and scalable organization.
• Deliver sustained revenue growth and profitability.
• Improve operational efficiency, productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Enhance quality performance and customer satisfaction.
• Develop a resilient, efficient supply chain supporting future growth.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What we offer

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with company match and retirement plans
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
• A collaborative environment working on mission-critical technology

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Employment is contingent on background checks and compliance with applicable regulations.

#qioptiq Salary Range: $188,000.00-$250,700.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards.

We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day. Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.