Director, Production

ITT is a leading manufacturer of critical components for harsh environments that serves fast-growing end markets in flow, aerospace and defense, energy and transportation. Building on our heritage of innovation, we partner with our customers to deliver solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life.Headquartered in Stamford, CT, we have more than 11,700 employees globally with operations in ~40 countries and sales in more than 125. At our core is our engineering DNA, with 1,280+ engineers, 1,700+ active global patents and ~51 manufacturing locations.

 

Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA: 

 

 

 

Responsible for the management, direction and coordination of daily operation of the union-based production facility and specific departments which support the manufacturing by performing the listed duties personally or through subordinate managers and coworkers.  Overall responsibility for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.  Other duties may be assigned.

  

Sets manufacturing objectives and develops action plans for achieving production targets of various product lines within the plant with emphasis on continual improvement efforts. Maintains an ongoing review of revenues, costs, productivity, and other key business metrics to maximize financial and operational results.

 

Implements improvements in operating procedures and production processes to: (a) improve product quality, (b) reduce direct labor content, (c) improve product flow, and (d) eliminate non-value-added time. Implements changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department(s).

 

Reviews, evaluates, and recommends manpower levels consistent with sales and production requirements.

Develops measurements for analyzing, appraising, and interpreting the performance of the departments and responds with corrective actions as required. Analyzes and resolves work problems and assists coworkers in solving work problems.

 

Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost impacts and operational delays.

 

Interviews, hires, and trains coworkers to achieve revenue and income targets. Appraises and reviews coworker performance, with reward and disciplinary actions taken as required.

 

Provides direction to implement the latest manufacturing, manpower, and business system processes.

 

Reviews and evaluates plant equipment and makes recommendations for upgrades and capital additions.

 

Holds continuous improvement meetings with coworkers and documents continuous improvement activities.

 

Interfaces with Sales, Customer Service, and customers to provide support and assistance in resolving lead-time, delivery, and product issues.

 

Ensures company-directed, national, and local EHS guidelines and regulations are implemented, documented and maintained. Creates an awareness of safety objectives and requirements within the plant. Implements corrective actions of identified safety issues.

 

Assures incoming components and manufactured products follow engineering and manufacturing specifications. Oversees root cause analysis and corrective action plans for internal resolution or with suppliers.

Reviews production schedules and makes work assignments (including overtime) or adjusts work procedures as required to meet those schedules. Reviews capacity and resource levels against current and future customer requirements with planning staff to assure best lead-time and on-time performance.

 

Maintains accountability for raw materials in process and finished goods inventories consistent with budgets and initiatives. Ensures inventory counts are performed to schedule to maintain accuracy. Assists in root cause analysis and corrective actions of any inventory inaccuracies

 

Interprets and communicates company policies to workers and ensures employees comply with standard operational and working practices. Confers with other managers or supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments. Provides a harassment-free work environment.

 

Works to resolve coworker grievances informally or by providing response to any written grievances. Works with Human Resources to provide optimum hourly / salaried coworker relations.

Initiates and executes plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.

 

Develops operational plans and shipment forecasts on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

 

Develops and administers departmental budgets for labor and operating supplies. Monitors performance and variance to budget and acts as appropriate to achieve the plan.

 

Supports company annual strategic planning process as needed on operations objectives.

 

Interfaces with management staff and different levels of management outside the division as required.

 

 

 

  

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESDirect reports include Production Manager, Materials Manager, Facilities/Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Product Design Engineering Manager, Nuclear Quality Manager, and QA Manager. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the departments. Carries out management and supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training employees planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining coworkers; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. A thorough understanding of manufacturing methods is required, and experience in a union production environment is preferred. Must also have demonstrated ability to supervise people in various disciplines. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) with an engineering or business major from a four-year college or university; seven to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Demonstrated analytical and synthesizing abilities.

COMPUTING SKILLSAbility to effectively utilize word processing software and spreadsheets and to navigate and use and other custom applications software in a MS Windows environment.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the coworker is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The coworker frequently is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The coworker must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential responsibility effectively. A strong understanding of manufacturing processes is required, along with demonstrated experience leading teams across multiple functions. Experience in a union production environment is preferred. The qualifications below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for success. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field from an accredited four year institutionSeven to ten years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceProven leadership experience managing cross functional teams within a manufacturing environment

 

Language SkillsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, technical documents, and regulatory guidelinesStrong written communication skills, including reports, business correspondence, and procedural documentationAbility to clearly present information and respond to questions from leadership, customers, and cross functional teams

Mathematical SkillsAbility to apply concepts such as probability, statistical analysis, and basic trigonometryComfort working with fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical applications

 

Reasoning AbilityStrong problem solving skills with the ability to define issues, gather and analyze data, and draw sound conclusionsAbility to interpret complex technical information and manage both abstract and concrete variablesDemonstrated analytical thinking and decision making capabilities

Technical and Computer SkillsProficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and ExcelAbility to navigate and utilize business systems and custom software in a Windows based environment

 

Physical DemandsThis role requires regular standing, walking, and communicationFrequent use of hands for handling, reaching, and operating equipmentOccasional activities such as bending, kneeling, or crouchingAbility to lift or move up to 25 pounds as neededVision requirements include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

 

Work EnvironmentWork is performed in a manufacturing setting with a moderate noise levelThe environment reflects typical plant conditions, with a combination of office and production floor exposure

 

 

 

We aim to pay our ‘ITT’ers’ fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what’ they accomplish, but also on ‘how’ they reflect ITT’s values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.

Annual salary range is from $144,600.00 to $230,800.00, plus benefits & incentive plans.