Director of Manufacturing

At Mott Corporation, we are building or growing careers across a wide range of functions—from engineering and marketing to supply chain and operations—within our global network of over 40 diverse businesses. As the Director of High Purity (Semiconductor) Operations, you’ll lead end‑to‑end performance for Mott’s high‑purity and ultra‑high‑purity manufacturing operations that serve the semiconductor industry, owning operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and scalability. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Strategy – Lead all semiconductor high‑purity manufacturing operations, including production, planning, maintenance, and operational support functions. Operational Leadership & Strategy – Translate business growth objectives into scalable operational strategies. Operational Leadership & Strategy – Drive best‑in‑class performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Operational Leadership & Strategy – Establish short‑ and long‑term capacity planning to support customer demand. High Purity & Semiconductor Manufacturing Excellence – Ensure manufacturing processes consistently meet ultra‑high‑purity requirements. High Purity & Semiconductor Manufacturing Excellence – Maintain rigorous contamination control and cleanliness standards. High Purity & Semiconductor Manufacturing Excellence – Oversee production of high‑purity filters, gas diffusers, flow restrictors, and IGS‑compatible components. High Purity & Semiconductor Manufacturing Excellence – Partner with Engineering to industrialize new products and custom solutions. Quality, Compliance & Risk Management – Own compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal quality standards. Quality, Compliance & Risk Management – Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality or delivery issues. Quality, Compliance & Risk Management – Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield and reduce variability. Quality, Compliance & Risk Management – Ensure audit readiness and customer confidence. Continuous Improvement & Lean Operations – Champion lean manufacturing and data‑driven decision making. Continuous Improvement & Lean Operations – Improve throughput, yield, and cycle time while maintaining uncompromising quality. Continuous Improvement & Lean Operations – Support automation and advanced manufacturing where appropriate. People Leadership & Culture – Build, develop, and lead high‑performing operations teams. People Leadership & Culture – Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence. People Leadership & Culture – Develop future leaders and succession plans. Cross‑Functional & Customer Engagement – Partner with Commercial and Engineering teams on customer and scale‑up requirements. Cross‑Functional & Customer Engagement – Serve as a senior operational interface for key semiconductor customers. Cross‑Functional & Customer Engagement – Support innovation, prototyping, and new product introduction initiatives. Cross‑Functional & Customer Engagement – Partner closely with internal operations teams responsible for critical sub‑components, ensuring alignment. Cross‑Functional & Customer Engagement – Collaborate with Supply Chain and Sales Teams to develop robust SIOP process. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field. 10+ years of progressive manufacturing operations leadership experience. Strong experience in semiconductor components or gas delivery systems. Proven ability to scale operations while maintaining quality and delivery. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s). Continuous Improvement and Lean Qualifications. ISO Class 5 Cleanroom Experience. Total Rewards Compensation range: $158,600.00 – $237,800.00, depending on experience. Position may be eligible for performance‑based bonus plan. Benefits Package Health benefits. 401(k) retirement savings program with company match. PTO. Additional benefits and rewards available on our career page: EEO Statement IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. Accommodations If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. 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