Director, Production

ITT Inc. - English US

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$144,600–$230,800 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
LOCATION
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
POSTED
14 days ago
About ITT::

ITT is an industrial manufacturer of critical, engineered components that serve fast-growing end markets in transportation, flow, energy, aerospace and defense. The company’s differentiation is sustained through a combination of several factors: execution, the quality of its leadership and our DNA as an engineering leader. We have a clear purpose as an organization: to provide our customers with cutting-edge solutions to help solve their most critical needs.

 The company generated 2023 revenues of $3.3 billion and is comprised of three distinct segments: 

  • Motion Technologies ($1.5B revenue) is a global leader in brake pads, shock absorbers and sealing solutions for the automotive and rail markets
  • Industrial Process ($1.1B revenue) is a global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps for the chemical, energy, mining and industrial markets
  • Connect & Control Technologies ($0.7B) is a niche player in harsh environment connectors and control components in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

 ITT is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut with over 10,000 employees in more than 35 countries and sales in approximately 125 countries.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the management, direction and coordination of daily operation of the union-based production facility and specific departments which support the manufacturing by performing the listed duties personally or through subordinate managers and coworkers.  Overall responsibility for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.  Other duties may be assigned.

 
 
Essential Responsibilities:

Sets manufacturing objectives and develops action plans for achieving production targets of various product lines within the plant with emphasis on continual improvement efforts. Maintains an ongoing review of revenues, costs, productivity, and other key business metrics to maximize financial and operational results.

 

Implements improvements in operating procedures and production processes to: (a) improve product quality, (b) reduce direct labor content, (c) improve product flow, and (d) eliminate non-value-added time. Implements changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department(s).

 

Reviews, evaluates, and recommends manpower levels consistent with sales and production requirements.

Develops measurements for analyzing, appraising, and interpreting the performance of the departments and responds with corrective actions as required. Analyzes and resolves work problems and assists coworkers in solving work problems.

 

Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost impacts and operational delays.

 

Interviews, hires, and trains coworkers to achieve revenue and income targets. Appraises and reviews coworker performance, with reward and disciplinary actions taken as required.

 

Provides direction to implement the latest manufacturing, manpower, and business system processes.

 

Reviews and evaluates plant equipment and makes recommendations for upgrades and capital additions.

 

Holds continuous improvement meetings with coworkers and documents continuous improvement activities.

 

Interfaces with Sales, Customer Service, and customers to provide support and assistance in resolving lead-time, delivery, and product issues.

 

Ensures company-directed, national, and local EHS guidelines and regulations are implemented, documented and maintained. Creates an awareness of safety objectives and requirements within the plant. Implements corrective actions of identified safety issues.

 

Assures incoming components and manufactured products follow engineering and manufacturing specifications. Oversees root cause analysis and corrective action plans for internal resolution or with suppliers.

Reviews production schedules and makes work assignments (including overtime) or adjusts work procedures as required to meet those schedules. Reviews capacity and resource levels against current and future customer requirements with planning staff to assure best lead-time and on-time performance.

 

Maintains accountability for raw materials in process and finished goods inventories consistent with budgets and initiatives. Ensures inventory counts are performed to schedule to maintain accuracy. Assists in root cause analysis and corrective actions of any inventory inaccuracies

 

Interprets and communicates company policies to workers and ensures employees comply with standard operational and working practices. Confers with other managers or supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments. Provides a harassment-free work environment.

 

Works to resolve coworker grievances informally or by providing response to any written grievances. Works with Human Resources to provide optimum hourly / salaried coworker relations.

Initiates and executes plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.

 

Develops operational plans and shipment forecasts on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

 

Develops and administers departmental budgets for labor and operating supplies. Monitors performance and variance to budget and acts as appropriate to achieve the plan.

 

Supports company annual strategic planning process as needed on operations objectives.

 

Interfaces with management staff and different levels of management outside the division as required.

 

 

 

 
 
Position Requirements:

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct reports include Production Manager, Materials Manager, Facilities/Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Product Design Engineering Manager, Nuclear Quality Manager, and QA Manager. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the departments. Carries out management and supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training employees planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining coworkers; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. A thorough understanding of manufacturing methods is required, and experience in a union production environment is preferred. Must also have demonstrated ability to supervise people in various disciplines. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) with an engineering or business major from a four-year college or university; seven to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Demonstrated analytical and synthesizing abilities.

COMPUTING SKILLS
Ability to effectively utilize word processing software and spreadsheets and to navigate and use and other custom applications software in a MS Windows environment.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the coworker is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The coworker frequently is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The coworker must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential responsibility effectively. A strong understanding of manufacturing processes is required, along with demonstrated experience leading teams across multiple functions. Experience in a union production environment is preferred. The qualifications below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for success. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field from an accredited four year institution
Seven to ten years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Proven leadership experience managing cross functional teams within a manufacturing environment

 

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, technical documents, and regulatory guidelines
Strong written communication skills, including reports, business correspondence, and procedural documentation
Ability to clearly present information and respond to questions from leadership, customers, and cross functional teams

Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply concepts such as probability, statistical analysis, and basic trigonometry
Comfort working with fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical applications

 

Reasoning Ability
Strong problem solving skills with the ability to define issues, gather and analyze data, and draw sound conclusions
Ability to interpret complex technical information and manage both abstract and concrete variables
Demonstrated analytical thinking and decision making capabilities

Technical and Computer Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
Ability to navigate and utilize business systems and custom software in a Windows based environment

 

Physical Demands
This role requires regular standing, walking, and communication
Frequent use of hands for handling, reaching, and operating equipment
Occasional activities such as bending, kneeling, or crouching
Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds as needed
Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

 

Work Environment
Work is performed in a manufacturing setting with a moderate noise level
The environment reflects typical plant conditions, with a combination of office and production floor exposure

 

 

 

Equal Pay Act Statement: We aim to pay our ‘ITT’ers’ fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what’ they accomplish, but also on ‘how’ they reflect ITT’s values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations. Equal Pay Act Range: Annual salary range is from $144,600.00 to $230,800.00, plus benefits & incentive plans.

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ITT Inc. - English US