As a senior leadership role, the Director of Production is responsible for the strategic and day-to-day oversight of production, inventory control, and manufacturing planning functions. This role ensures operational efficiency, product quality, and timely delivery across all manufacturing activities. The Director fosters cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement in alignment with Ocean Sonics’ values and business strategy.
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Develop and execute integrated operational strategies across production, inventory management, and manufacturing planning.
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Set departmental KPIs and performance benchmarks aligned with organizational goals.
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Lead capacity planning, demand forecasting, and resource optimization to support current and future growth.
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Oversee end-to-end production operations, including scheduling, workflow execution, and reporting.
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Direct inventory control processes to ensure accuracy, traceability, and alignment with supply chain needs.
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Manage manufacturing planning activities to optimize material availability, minimize lead times, and balance workloads.
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Build and lead a high-performing production team, including leaders in production, planning, and inventory.
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Foster a values-based culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
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Guide succession planning, cross-training, and staff development programs to enhance flexibility and engagement.
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Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, and Design on manufacturability and process improvements.
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Lead adoption of new technologies, equipment, and lean practices to increase efficiency and scalability.
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Promote Six Sigma and continuous improvement frameworks across operational disciplines.
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Ensure all production meets or exceed ISO, safety, and regulatory compliance standards.
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Lead investigations and corrective/preventive actions for operational issues.
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Maintain accurate records and documentation supporting compliance and traceability.
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Act as a key liaison between production and other departments including Sales, Procurement, and Quality.
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Participate in strategic planning and customer engagement to align production and delivery expectations.
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Translate executive objectives into actionable operational plans and metrics.
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Lead organizational change initiatives that improve operational efficiency, systems, and culture.
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Communicate change objectives clearly and gain alignment across teams.
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Manage risk and minimize disruption during transitions in processes, technologies, or structures.
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Foster a culture that embraces innovation, flexibility, and continuous learning.
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Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or a related field.
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7–10+ years of operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Proven expertise in managing production, inventory systems, and manufacturing planning.
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Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP platforms, forecasting tools, and planning software.
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Working knowledge of ISO 9001, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
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Experience in electronics, high-tech manufacturing, or acoustic product sectors.
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Familiarity with transducer technology and underwater acoustics.
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Proficiency in analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Python, MATLAB).
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Formal training in Lean, Six Sigma, or PMP certification.
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Strategic Thinking – Aligns long-term vision with operational execution.
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Operational Discipline – Drives precision, structure, and consistency.
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Leadership & Coaching – Inspires, mentors, and elevates teams.
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Customer-Centric Mindset – Prioritizes customer value in all decisions.
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Collaborative Communication –Bridges departments with clarity and purpose.
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Change Management – Guides teams through transition with clarity, empathy, and effectiveness.
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We Care
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We’re Honest
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We Do the Right Thing
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We’re Curious
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We’re Innovative
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We’re Passionate
