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Oatey Company · 2 days ago

Senior Director, Cherne Global Operations

Shakopee, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$153K/yr - $252K/yr

10+ years exp

Oatey Company is a long-established provider of high-quality products for the plumbing industry, and they are seeking a Senior Director for Cherne Global Operations. This role involves strategic leadership and oversight of manufacturing and distribution operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality while driving continuous improvement and aligning with the company’s growth strategies.

Building Material

Hiring Manager

Sean-Paul Veilleux, MA-ODL, CDR, CIR

Responsibilities

Ensure the well-being and safety of all associates across all sites

Maintain all safety requirements and compliance programs, including behavior safety observations, incident reporting, and corrective actions

Direct two Cherne manufacturing and distribution operations

Provide leadership for the Engineering and Operations functions, ensuring alignment between product design, manufacturing processes, operational performance, and continuous improvement initiatives

Drive safe, efficient, and timely execution of all manufacturing and engineering processes

Ensure processes, standards, and procedures are followed to deliver world-class quality products

Provide technical and engineering oversight to optimize manufacturing performance and scalability

Partner with Engineering, R&D, and New Product Development to integrate engineering solutions into new and improved product development

Lead capital investment planning and engineering-driven initiatives to support innovation and growth

Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations and company policies across all operations

Develop and manage operating budgets for multi-site operations

Lead 5-year strategic planning, aligning operations and engineering strategies with corporate goals and global opportunities

Drive productivity improvements, cost savings, and margin enhancement initiatives

Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies across international operations

Develop and implement standardized best practices to strengthen safety, quality, productivity, and customer service

Provide empathetic leadership, developing and mentoring diverse cross-functional teams across multiple geographies

Drive engagement, retention, and succession planning initiatives aligned to company strategy

Promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing across Oatey’s global network of manufacturing and distribution sites

Qualification

Engineering expertiseLean methodologiesSix SigmaLeadershipBudget managementSAPQuality systemsCross-cultural team leadershipEmpathetic leadershipInterpersonal skills

Required

10+ years of progressively responsible experience managing multi-site and international operations with strong engineering exposure

5+ years of management/supervisory experience

Proven track record of leadership in environments with complex manufacturing processes (robotic, rubber, chemicals, metals)

Deep knowledge of engineering best practices, manufacturing systems, Lean techniques, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement

Strong knowledge of quality systems and global regulatory compliance requirements

Demonstrated business and financial acumen with the ability to manage complex budgets and deliver strategic results

Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to lead diverse, cross-cultural teams and resolve conflicts with integrity

Proficiency in leading site ERP systems implementations (SAP preferred) and advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30%

Four-year degree in Engineering (highly preferred) or equivalent years of relevant operational leadership experience required

Preferred

Certified Lean and Six Sigma Black Belt

Advanced degree (MBA or MS in Engineering/Operations) strongly preferred

Benefits

Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance

Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing

Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation

Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents

Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates

Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Company

Oatey Company

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives.

Founded in 1916

Cleveland, Ohio, USA

1001-5000 employees