Director of Advanced Manufacturing (TN Based) ID-1666

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DIRECTOR OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING

Note: We are hiring one (1) Director of Advanced Manufacturing to support our Company. This is an in-office/non-remote position that will be based out of Springfield, MA or Maryville, TN.

Apply to #SWI-6936 if you are interested in being based out of our Springfield, MA location.

Apply to #SWI-6937 if you are interested in being based out of our Maryville, TN location.

Since 1852 Smith Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

Benefits:

Health, Dental Vision

Prescription Drug Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Investment 401K Plan Profit Sharing

Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacation, Holidays Winter Shutdown

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Product Discounts

Service Awards

The Director of Advanced Manufacturing will report to the Vice President of Operations and be a core leader of the Manufacturing organization. This role will be creating and developing systems aimed at manufacturing more efficiently to meet customer demands and identify areas of next generation technology to continue pioneering the future of Smith Wesson manufacturing. This role will cross collaborate across multiple functional areas including supply chain, engineering, production, and other groups to implement and design technologies that impact multiple areas of business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the relentless leader of our Continuous Improvement Effort and our transformation into Advanced Manufacturing.
  • Partner with the business to build and execute Enterprise manufacturing strategic roadmaps that are aligned with business strategies and highlight opportunities for transforming the business by embracing advanced technology capabilities.
  • Build a world-class team; recruit, develop, engage and retain talent.
  • Oversee the strategic planning, deployment and execution of advanced manufacturing technologies ensuring seamless integration of digital solutions with existing processes.
  • Manages and oversees development, implementation, sustainment and improvement of advanced systems used in the manufacture of firearms.
  • Analyzes current program manufacturing and development processes, identifying opportunities for automation, modifications, and improvements.
  • Conducts research and analysis to determine the feasibility, costs, and performance benefits of advanced manufacturing technologies or enhancements (for example Vision Systems, Augmented Reality or Automation).
  • Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring within their function at one or more sites.
  • Provides multisite-level factory support, partnering with the site and program leadership teams to implement manufacturing technologies that support business needs.
  • Oversees the execution of cost and schedule to ensure timely completion of projects, while identifying potential roadblocks or proactively monitoring for issues to meet milestones.
  • Conduct meetings, consolidate, and present plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the project(s).
  • Accountable for scouting operational technology (OT): Technology solutions, applications and deployment approaches and partnering with IT on scouting events for new digital capabilities for the enterprise.
  • Identify opportunities for digital innovation and automation to improve manufacturing processes.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with the implementation of new technologies.


Qualifications:


  • Ability to communicate and influence multi-disciplinary teams developing strong partnerships across functions to drive measurable collaboration, consensus and operational results
  • Functional knowledge of manufacturing operations - including but not limited to the following functions: planning/forecasting, supply management, procurement, sales and operations planning, engineering, production scheduling, maintenance, production controls, quality control, inventory management, supply chain, warehouse and distribution.
  • Track record of project delivery success that should include: System Implementation / Integration, cost savings, process improvement, production capacity improvement.
  • Ability to Travel may be required to support the business (up to 30%)


Language Skills and Computer Skills

  • Must have working command of the English language
  • Must be able to read, write and interpret the English language
  • Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (verbal instructions, written memos and instructions)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint


Physical Demands

  • Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walk
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds


NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Personal Protective Equipment

  • Safety glasses with side shields when on factory floor
  • The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear
  • All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks
  • May be required depending on position:
    • Annual vision updates in Medical Department
    • Involvement in the hearing conservation program
    • Involvement in the lead surveillance program
    • Wearing of safety certified shoes/boots
    • Participation in the stretching program

Work Environment

  • Normal office environment conditions
  • Within the Smith Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting
  • Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting
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