Director, Manufacturing Operations

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Your Opportunity: Taylor Print Impressions is seeking a Director, Manufacturing Operations at our Fridley, MN location. This role will direct and control all production aspects of the P&L via KPIs, quality assurance, and administrative segments of the Plant operations. This position is responsible for driving a culture of engagement, and a positive and productive work environment for all personnel.

Your Responsibilities:

• Directs operations of a multiple shift manufacturing facility

• Lead and develop a customer centric production team

• Develops plans and budgets focusing on profitability

• Oversees the effective management of planning, purchasing, scheduling, and on time delivery

• Drives a culture of continuous improvement in all aspects of the business

• Full accountability for financial performance of manufacturing from creation of budget to actual monthly P&L performance, including such tasks as forecasting, variance reporting, budgeting, etc

• Good understanding of all aspects of the business including backlogs, schedules, markups, costs, and pricing to ensure good business decisions are made daily

• Build relationships with customers and key vendors; act as an escalation point for customer or key vendor issues

• Selects, develops, trains, and motivates staff to ensure attainment of short- and long-term growth objectives

• Responsible for promoting and maintaining a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company standards for all employees

• Supports the implementation of automated systems throughout the facility

You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 5+ years' broad management experience

• Prior experience building and leading teams

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Working knowledge of all functional areas (manufacturing, finance, sales/marketing, etc.)

• Strong interpersonal skills with unquestioned integrity

• Intermediate PC Skills - Computer/measurement systems knowledge; proficient in spreadsheet applications, web browser/internet navigation

• Strong planning / organizational skills, results oriented

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and motivate employees

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest graphics communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provide a diverse set of products, services, and technologies addressing the toughest communication challenges. For nearly 50 years, Taylor has been a premier provider of powerful and innovative products, services, and expertise for individuals, businesses, and distributors large and small. Our 10,000+ employees spanning 26 states and seven countries work diligently to create the interactive, printing, and marketing solutions that have helped build some of the world's more recognizable brands. Everything we do begins with identifying the unique priorities and needs of our customers and creating one-of-a-kind solutions. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including several health plans to choose from, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.