Strategic Director, Assembly & Weld Operations

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 187,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Director-Production Operations to lead Assembly and Weld within the Switchgear Value Stream. You will partner with the leadership team to drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvements while building a high-performing, inclusive culture.

This role requires a hands-on leader with lean manufacturing experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to mentor managers and teams across two shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical/operational field.
• Proven lean manufacturing leadership with KPI attainment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operating plans and budgets for Assembly and Weld in the Switchgear Value Stream.
• Drive safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity improvements.
• Lead and coach managers, supervisors, and teams across two shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Problem solving

Coaching/mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or Business

Job description

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Director-Production Operations to lead Assembly and Weld within the Switchgear Value Stream. You will partner with the leadership team to drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvements while building a high-performing, inclusive culture.

This role requires a hands-on leader with lean manufacturing experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to mentor managers and teams across two shifts.