Production Director

Production Director

The Production Director is a senior operational leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of final assembly manufacturing across multiple facilities in California and Texas. This individual will drive production performance, quality standards, workforce effectiveness, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the company meets its delivery commitments and profitability targets. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment and possesses deep experience managing distributed manufacturing teams. Approximately 50% travel between sites is expected in this role.
Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership & Site Management
People & Team Development
Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Supply Chain & Materials Coordination
Financial Accountability
Cross-Functional & Executive Communication
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field - required. Master's Degree (MBA or MS in Engineering/Operations) - preferred.
Experience: Minimum 10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a director-level or equivalent role. Demonstrated experience managing final assembly operations in an electronics, electromechanical, or advanced technology manufacturing environment. Proven track record overseeing multi-site production operations - experience with California and/or Texas facilities is a plus. Background in high-mix, low-to-medium volume manufacturing environments preferred.
Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred). Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or equivalent) for production planning and scheduling. Strong understanding of electronics assembly processes, IPC standards, and PCB or electromechanical integration. Familiarity with ISO 9001, UL, CE, or other relevant quality management standards.
Leadership & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional leadership presence with the ability to inspire and align distributed teams around shared goals. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; data-driven approach to decision-making. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting to C-suite and Board-level stakeholders. High degree of adaptability and effectiveness in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
Travel Requirements: This position requires approximately 50% travel between company manufacturing sites in California and Texas, as well as periodic travel to supplier facilities, customer locations, and industry events. A valid driver's license and the ability to fly domestically are required. Some international travel may be required based on supply chain needs.
Work Environment: This role operates across active manufacturing environments. The Production Director will be regularly present on the production floor and must be able to stand for extended periods, navigate assembly areas safely, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by site safety policies.
Pay: $130,000-$150,000 #MCTA1