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Senior Director of Advanced Manufacturing - Newport, NH

Michael Page International

Newport, NH

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$170,000–$200,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
AS 9100, Aerospace and Defense, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Strategy, Calendar Management, Capacity Management, Change Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electronics, Electronics Manufacturing, Financial Management, ISO 9001, Investment Capital, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, MPI, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Audit, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Process Modeling, Production Control, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Regulatory Requirements, Return on Investment (ROI), Scalable System Development, Six Sigma Champion, Sourcing Strategy, State Laws and Regulations, Succession Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Optimization, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
LOCATION
Newport, NH
POSTED
10 days ago
Seeking a strategic and operational manufacturing executive to oversee multi-site manufacturing operations and lead enterprise-wide operational excellence initiatives. This role will drive scalable manufacturing performance, leadership development, capacity planning, and cross-functional execution while ensuring alignment with long-term business strategy and customer demand.Client DetailsOur client is a highly advanced manufacturing organization operating within regulated, high-mix industries including aerospace, defense, electronics, and microelectronics manufacturing. The company is focused on operational scalability, quality excellence, and delivering complex manufacturing solutions in highly technical environments. DescriptionResponsibilities:Lead and execute manufacturing strategies across multiple production sites.Drive operational KPIs including OEE, throughput, yield, scrap reduction, cycle time, and on-time delivery performance.Standardize manufacturing operating models and processes across facilities to support scalability and consistency.Oversee production planning, scheduling, and capacity management initiatives.Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure integrated operational execution.Lead and develop manufacturing leadership teams, succession planning, and organizational capability building.Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout operations.Manage operational financial performance including labor, materials, overhead, and capital investment planning.Support supply chain optimization, sourcing strategies, and supplier performance improvements.Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer regulatory requirements.Lead operational scaling, new program readiness, and manufacturing transformation initiatives.ProfileIdeal Candidate:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.10+ years of manufacturing experience with at least 5 years in senior operational leadership roles.Proven experience leading multi-site operations within aerospace, defense, electronics, microelectronics, or other regulated manufacturing environments.Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, operational excellence, and process optimization.Strong financial acumen including budgeting, cost control, ROI analysis, and operational planning.Experience with ERP/MRP systems and capacity planning tools; Epicor experience is a plus.Demonstrated ability to lead leaders and build scalable, high-performing organizations.Excellent executive communication, change management, and strategic leadership skills.Job OfferWhat's To Offer:Opportunity to lead enterprise-level manufacturing transformation initiatives across multiple facilities.High-impact executive leadership role within a technically advanced manufacturing organization.Exposure to complex aerospace, defense, and electronics manufacturing operations.Collaborative leadership environment focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.Strong long-term growth potential with significant influence on company strategy and operational performance.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/