Job Overview

position title: director of operations

location: newark, ny usa

position type: full time

req id: jr5470

description:

it's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing!

we're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

as a director of operations, you will be a pivotal member of the business unit leadership team, driving operational excellence and shaping the future of our production strategy. you will oversee capacity planning and resource management at the highest level, ensuring our operations are agile, efficient, and primed for growth. in this role, you will lead and inspire production teams, aligning their efforts to achieve and exceed our lean scorecard targets while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

duties/responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• responsible for the business unit's operations capacity planning and resources
• develop and lead the execution of a production strategy that supports the site objectives for safety, cost, quality and delivery
• drive actions to improve process flow and manage production staffing requirements to retain flexibility and optimum productivity
• drive on-time delivery processes using a combination of lean tools and the selective application of enabling technologies that eliminate non-value-added activities, reduce errors, and increase customer satisfaction
• work with the gm on establishing an annual manufacturing budget, including capital equipment
• coach team members and continue to support the creation core values while developing a strong culture
• serve as a member of the business unit's leadership team and play a key role in the achievement of the company's vision and strategy within the business unit
• support other areas of the company with respect to joint initiatives

qualifications:

• bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education & experience
• 5+ years of electronics (product) manufacturing industry
• ability to create and maintain a capacity plan for production
• familiarity and understanding of electronic assembly/test practices and techniques
• must possess outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• understanding of lean, continuous improvement, quality and related topics, with relevant work experience
• must be driven by high degree of integrity and professional standards
• entrepreneurial, innovative, flexible team player with a good business acumen, high degree of personal initiative, strong leadership and people skills and effective presentation abilities
• this position provides access to technology regulated by u.s. export controls. therefore, any job offer will be contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these export control regulations.
• us citizen or lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under the immigration and naturalization act.

working environment:

physical demands

• as expected within a typical office type environment

mental demands

• capable of accepting and completing work assignments with minimal supervision in a highly motivated manner, fast paced and high-pressure situations

working conditions

• professional appearance and presentation.
• the working environment is generally clean; however, the incumbent may be exposed to occasionally dust.
• the incumbent is required to wear safety clothing and gears while working in safety sensitive areas. otherwise, office/business casual attire is appropriate

in compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $130,000-$175,000 per year. full-time employees are also eligible for performance based bonuses and benefits. this is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, location, and shift. the specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, schedule type, and hours worked.

if you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

creation technologies is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

canada: title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.

about us:

3,000+ industry all-stars. entrepreneurial thinkers. thoughtful collaborators. bold problem-solvers. passionate change-makers.

creation fosters a community of commitment, comradery, integrity, and inclusion. at our core, we know it's our people who make us a leading global electronic manufacturing services provider. that's why creation genuinely invests in our people, instilling family like values and a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding work environment where people learn, work, and grow together. creation truly cares, inspiring employees to grow, develop and advance their careers. at creation, we pride ourselves in our people, our culture, and our corporate purpose, it's rooted in everything that we do.

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