Director, Manufacturing

Background

At HyAxiom we develop, manufacture and service hydrogen fuel cells and other innovative hydrogen energy solutions. As the hydrogen business pillar of Doosan Group, the oldest South Korean conglomerate operating in the global energy, manufacturing, and construction sector, we are a leading provider of stationary fuel cell solutions in some of the world’s largest and fastest-growing markets. Our products serve those who seek cleaner and more sustainable energy sources to lower their carbon footprint.

Our mission is to accelerate a carbon-free energy future by delivering a full spectrum of reliable and cost-effective hydrogen solutions. We seek to be at the forefront of the hydrogen revolution through the d00evelopment of next-generation technologies for clean hydrogen production and clean fuel cell solutions for land and maritime transportation.

 Come join our Team today!

Job Information

Leadership of skilled manufacturing operations including production, machining, assembly & test, quality and facilities. Delivery of sustained manufacturing excellence measured through clearly defined objectives and targets in terms of customer satisfaction, quality, cost, on-time delivery, and asset utilization. Develop and sustain a performance-driven team-based culture of support and engagement centered on the values of integrity, respect, teamwork, diversity, continuous improvement, and superior execution. Effective and efficient planning and allocation of resources, materials, people, budget, skills, and scheduling of equipment for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel. Assess physical layout of operations, and with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, determine most efficient and effective sequence of operations and workflow to achieve/surpass schedule and budget targets. Accountable for entire systems, projects, programs, and overall manufacturing operational achievements within the manufacturing discipline. Accountable for budget, staffing and operational results. Responsible for effective leadership of all direct reports and the management team, and their effective leadership of the full manufacturing team, top to shop.

Job Requirement

• Work closely with Executive Leadership to understand, develop and execute on manufacturing plans, goals and future product and process innovations.
• Develop a solid manufacturing foundation and structure to ensure all operating strategies, business plans, performance objectives and key initiatives are successfully pursued and achieved.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of business plans and strategies, with strong cross-functional focus to assure business unity of direction.
• Coordinate engineering, facilities and other functional support to deliver production targets, on time and at cost.
• Provide dependable, effective leadership, support and direction to the manufacturing organization to achieve the vision of an organization dedicated to quality, effective process definition, customer service, innovation and flexibility.
• Establish trusting and productive working relationship with senior leadership and all operating disciplines across the business to promote open lines of communication, team, synergies, best practices, and effective processes all aligned with the Doosan Way.
• Establish and foster a positive work environment that is efficient and reflects teamwork, collaboration, integrity, proactive problem solving, continuous improvement and open communications.
• Oversee the employee evaluation process and assure maximum effectivity in terms of performance management, employee development and career advancement, all in support of employee and overall business success and elevation.
• Serve as a mentor for identified key talent within the organization, and promote a culture where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential by providing employees with mentorship opportunities, effective coaching and performance feedback, and technical and leadership talent development.
• Work across relevant business units to support and achieve a strong, viable Succession Plan for Manufacturing and Doosan in general.

Education and Experience

Education

• BA/BS degree with 10+ years of experience.

• MA/MS degree with 7+ years of experience.

• PhD degree with 4+ years of experience Engineering, Industrial Technology, Business or Management degree preferred.

Experience

• Skilled in use of continuous improvement tools (LEAN, TPM, etc.) and root cause/corrective active tools and techniques.
• Manufacturing success factors, financial controls, and customer focus.
• Capital and strategic planning.   
• Strong data systems knowledge and usage.
• Effective team leadership.
• Communications and organizational skills.
• Problem solving acumen.
• Leading factories with @ 250+ employees.
• Dealing with adjusting to multiple concurrent demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, adversity and general moment-to-moment change.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and change control methods and processes.

Other

HyAxiom is committed to growing and supporting efforts associated with hydrogen economy.

All personal information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Questions can be addressed through the HR department at (860) 727-2200 or HR@HyAxiom.com.