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Norwix Inc. · 17 hours ago

Director of Operations

Norwich, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$110K/yr - $140K/yr

7+ years exp

Norwix, Inc. is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Operations to oversee their Operations Group, focusing on efficiency, quality, and lean principles. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple departments.

IndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingPrinting

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an operating strategy that is synergistic with the corporate strategic plan to provide an overall focus for the operations group. The operating strategy will take into account financial resources, staffing levels, and manufacturing capabilities

Plan, organize, direct, control, and staff the activities of the operations group to achieve the Company's objectives within the established financial goals

Develop policies and procedures for the operations group

Develop and implement strategies to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and improve productivity while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety

Develop a competent and motivated staff by establishing a working environment that encourages the exercise of initiative, achievement, cooperation, and high standards

Keep the CFO informed of any problems that might affect quality, delivery schedules, customer satisfaction or impact the achievement of corporate goals and objectives

Establish and maintain rapport and lines of communication with all staff members

Meet regularly with subordinates to ensure a timely completion of objectives in a cost effective manner

Initiate and develop reports and studies as required

Perform other related duties as required

Qualification

Lean manufacturingOperations managementContinuous improvementMRP/ERP functionalityLeadership skillsAnalytical abilitiesMicrosoft OfficeCrystal ReportsCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilities

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field

Minimum of seven years of experience in manufacturing operations management

Proven track record of success in leading lean manufacturing principles and driving continuous improvement initiatives

Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strategic mindset

Experience in a build-to-order or Job-shop manufacturing environment

Working knowledge of and practical experience with MRP/ERP functionality

Superior business acumen and an ability to apply it in all aspects of the business

Excellent communication skills; creative problem solver; and strong leadership skills

Experience with a continuous improvement quality system required

A sense of urgency and drive to complete and close all efforts in the operation from daily tasks on the production floor to achieving Customer acceptance of a major production system; enhanced by an ability to quickly identify issues and remove barriers to success

Demonstrated capability to manage a high quality, efficient and cost-effective operation

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Crystal Reports

Preferred

Master's degree

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Company

Norwix Inc.

Norwix supplies rugged and effective variable data printing equipment and solutions to OEMs and integrators in the commercial packaging, graphics and mailing markets throughout the world.

Founded in 1978

Norwich, Connecticut, USA

11-50 employees