Director of Manufacturing

Manufacturing Operations ManagerWe are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the launch, build-out, and ongoing operation of a new manufacturing facility in Charlotte, NC. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for establishing production operations, driving product industrialization, building high-performing teams, and implementing world-class manufacturing and quality systems. The ideal candidate has a strong background in electronics manufacturing, operational excellence, quality management, and factory startup environments.Key ResponsibilitiesFactory Build & Industrialization:Lead the design, setup, and ramp-up of a new manufacturing operation in Charlotte.Define factory layout, equipment selection, production lines, testing strategies, and workflows.Drive product industrialization from New Product Introduction (NPI) through mass production.Establish production technology roadmaps including SMT/PCBA, assembly, testing, automation, and molding processes as applicable.Ensure manufacturability, quality, and cost objectives are met.Manufacturing Operations:Own production planning, scheduling, and execution.Manage capacity planning, work-in-progress (WIP), and on-time delivery performance.Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency, throughput, and cost.Develop, monitor, and improve key manufacturing performance indicators.Quality & Compliance:Implement robust quality systems for in-process and finished goods inspection.Lead Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ) reduction initiatives.Conduct root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone.Ensure compliance with quality standards, environmental health and safety requirements, and OSHA regulations.Leadership & Team Development:Build, lead, and develop production supervisors, manufacturing engineers, and operators.Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.Develop standard work instructions, training programs, and plant operating procedures.Supply Chain & Systems Integration:Partner with Supply Chain and Procurement teams to manage inventory, materials, and supplier relationships.Coordinate with international suppliers and subcontract manufacturers.Utilize SAP ERP systems for production control, inventory management, and reporting.Strategic & Business Support:Provide data-driven operational reporting to senior leadership.Support capital expenditure planning, make-versus-buy decisions, and long-term manufacturing strategy.Play a key role in the company's U.S. manufacturing expansion initiatives.Success MeasuresThe successful candidate will be accountable for:First Pass Yield (FPY)Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ)Defects Per Million Opportunities (DPMO)Scrap and rework reductionOverall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)On-Time Delivery (OTD)Labor efficiency and throughputSchedule attainmentChangeover time improvementsFactory startup milestones, budget management, and team development objectivesQualificationsRequired:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in electronics, diagnostics, measurement devices, or similar industries.Experience building, launching, or scaling manufacturing operations.Strong knowledge of quality systems, including CoPQ, FPY, DPMO, and corrective action methodologies.Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).Experience working with global suppliers and international supply chains.Proven leadership, project management, and execution skills.Ability to travel up to 10% as needed.Preferred:Experience with SMT/PCBA manufacturing and/or plastic molding processes.Background in manufacturing engineering or product industrialization (NPI).Experience implementing automation and production test systems.Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.PeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states. Our openings include receptionist, data entry, customer service, collections, office managers, call center, administrative assistant, accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, file clerk, warehouse, assembly, production, pickers, packers, forklift, machine operators, and maintenance mechanics. PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. IND55