Director of Manufacturing Strategy

4 weeks ago

Fredericton, Canada SmartSkin Technologies Full time
Director of Manufacturing Strategy & Operations

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Director of Manufacturing Strategy & Operations to lead the transformation and scaling of our manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing small electronic devices and a proven ability to develop and execute a transformative manufacturing vision. This role is critical for scaling our operations, optimizing our supply chain, and achieving our production and quality goals. The Director of Manufacturing Strategy & Operations will be based in Fredericton, with the opportunity to travel internationally for research, benchmarking and partnership development.

Strategic Leadership:

  • Develop and execute a transformative manufacturing vision for the next 3-5 years.
  • Lead the actions required to scale existing operations while achieving the new vision.

Operational Excellence:

  • Optimize lab-scale manufacturing for scalability and implement cost-effective, innovative methods.
  • Outsource and manage relationships with contract manufacturers and assembly partners.
  • Set benchmark expectations, hold teams accountable, and deliver progress reports.
  • Develop procedures to minimize errors and quality issues, ensuring deliverables meet budgets and timelines.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize product design for scalable manufacturing.
  • Oversee logistics, inventory management, vendor relations, and warehouse operations, while enhancing supply chain efficiency to support growth.

Team Management:

  • Drive a step change in team productivity while ensuring a smooth transition to new performance expectations and operating culture.
  • Lead and mentor cross-functional teams, including assembly, quality assurance, calibration, and supply chain.
  • Foster a culture of operational excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Manage recruitment, hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Collaborate with marketing, sales, finance, and engineering to align team efforts with business needs and market demands.

Quality and Compliance:

  • Ensure production meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance with ISO 9001:2015 as well as federal and provincial regulations.
  • Maintain a healthy and safe working environment.

Qualifications

  • 10 years of experience in leading high-quality manufacturing assembly operations. Experience manufacturing small electronic devices is an asset.
  • Energetic and engaging personality with a natural propensity for strong daily management and leading change.
  • Proven ability to develop and execute a transformative manufacturing vision, with excellent strategic planning, project management, and process improvement skills.
  • Strong background in outsourcing manufacturing processes and supply chain optimization.
  • Exceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities.
  • Knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations, and compliance requirements.
  • Willingness to be based in Fredericton with international travel for benchmarking and partnership development. Relocation assistance will be considered.
Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Software Development

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