Life is Good · 22 hours ago
Director of Production
Hudson, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveLife is Good is a company focused on creating optimistic products, and they are seeking a Director of Production to lead their manufacturing operations. The role involves overseeing production processes, ensuring quality and efficiency, and developing team members while driving continuous improvements in a fast-paced environment.
ApparelFashionLifestyleRetail
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee 24/7 production operations across multiple manufacturing platforms, including direct-to-garment (DTG) printing, embroidery, sticker printing, and direct-to-film (DTF) manufacturing
Serve as the technical authority for DTG operations, with expert-level knowledge of Kornit DTG printers, including print quality optimization, workflow calibration
Day # 1 can lead preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair strategies for Kornit DTG equipment, ensuring maximum uptime, throughput, and print consistency
Develop and execute equipment maintenance schedules, spare parts strategies, and vendor coordination to minimize downtime in a continuous production environment
Direct embroidery operations utilizing Tajima equipment, ensuring stitch quality, machine efficiency, and production scalability
Oversee sticker printing and DTF manufacturing workflows, ensuring alignment with production standards, cost targets, and quality expectations
Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all production areas, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and repeatability
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and lower manufacturing cost per unit
Partner closely with Product, IT, Planning/Finance, Fulfillment, and Quality teams to optimize production planning and workflows
Manage and mentor production leadership teams, including manager and technical leads, fostering accountability, technical excellence, and operational discipline
Analyze production data and KPIs (OEE, uptime, scrap, labor efficiency) to drive decision-making and capacity planning
Lead scaling efforts for new equipment, technologies, and product lines, including installation, commissioning, and team training
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies
Manage FTE work schedules, temporary labor assignments, and overtime to meet weekly and monthly production output and budget goals
Work directly with temporary labor agencies to staff for busy production seasons
Develop and implement training programs for production; establish and monitor performance benchmarks
Enforce the safety program and ensure all policies are followed
Qualification
Required
You have the knowledge and experience to lead a large production team effectively
You have several years of hands-on experience with digital direct-to-garment or relevant screen-printing
You have the technical aptitude, knowledge, and desire to repair complex equipment
You are self-motivated and capable of working independently
You have a keen eye for detail and an ability to analyze production processes
You demonstrate effective analytical skill and aptitude
You have a deep working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook
You have used SAP or a similar enterprise system as intended
You have effectively managed multiple technical, operational, and organizational projects at once
You can perform physical activities such as infrequently lifting heavy objects that weigh up to 50 pounds
You have a valid driver's license
Preferred
SAP knowledge a plus but not required
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit or Parking Reimbursement Accounts
Life
AD&D
Short and Long-Term Disability
401(k) with a match
Paid Time Off
10 paid holidays
Good Vibes Time (we pay you to volunteer for the non-profit cause of your choice)
Family Time
Company
Life is Good
Life Is Good is an apparel and accessories wholesaler, retailer, and lifestyle brand.
Founded in 1994
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Life is Good has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2022 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$16MKey Investors
Praesidian Capital
2005-03-23Debt Financing· $16M
Leadership Team
Bert Jacobs
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Optimist
John Jacobs
Co-Founder
Recent News
2025-09-12
PR Newswire
2025-07-09
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