Senior Director, Manufacturing Operations
Quick Summary
Senior Director of Manufacturing Operations role leading multi-site manufacturing operations for a defense technology company.
Skills & Keywords
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership & Strategy
- Develop and execute manufacturing operations strategies aligned with company goals for productivity, quality, cost, and delivery.
- Lead multi-site manufacturing teams to achieve operational excellence and meet production targets.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on lean manufacturing, waste reduction, and process optimization.
- Production Management
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations including scheduling, capacity planning, workforce management, and supply chain coordination.
- Ensure production targets, quality specifications, and delivery commitments are consistently met.
- Implement best practices for efficient workflows, equipment utilization, and inventory control.
- Work to build out Anduril production system for large manufacturing sites with multiple products
- Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing management team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Build and maintain an engaged, motivated workforce through strong leadership and communication.
- Promote safety, compliance, and training programs across all shifts and locations.
- Quality & Compliance
- Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams to maintain compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure all manufacturing processes maintain high standards of quality, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Capital Projects & Resource Management
- Manage manufacturing operating budgets and capital expenditures to support operational improvements and capacity expansion.
- Lead initiatives for plant modernization, automation, and facility upgrades in partnership with Engineering and Facilities teams.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Product Development to improve overall operational efficiency.
- Report key operational performance metrics and provide strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations with at least 7 years in senior leadership roles.
- Proven track record managing large-scale manufacturing operations, multi-site environments preferred.
- Strong expertise in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and team leadership.
- Experience managing production planning, scheduling, workforce management, and budget oversight.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory compliance (ISO, FDA, AS9100, etc.) preferred.
- Eligible for security clearance
- No Financial RequestsAnduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
- Please always verify communications Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
- Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
- Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
- Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
- What to Do If You Suspect Fraud Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.
Compensation & Benefits
Total rewards package
At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
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