Art F/X Director of Manufacturing Operations Position Overview:
The Director of Manufacturing Operations is responsible for overseeing the daily production operations of the company while driving efficiency, quality, communication, and continuous improvement throughout the organization. This position serves as a key link between production teams, leadership, procurement, and support departments to ensure operational goals are achieved while maintaining a strong culture of teamwork, accountability, and excellence.
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who can analyze data, identify opportunities for improvement, develop solutions, and implement processes that improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance the overall customer experience. This role requires a balance of hands-on production leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to develop people and processes for long-term success.
Essential Responsibilities: Production Leadership & Daily Operations
- Oversee daily production activities to ensure jobs are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
- Provide leadership, direction, and support to production teams while promoting accountability and teamwork.
- Monitor workflow, identify production challenges, and proactively implement solutions.
- Ensure company quality standards are consistently maintained throughout all production processes.
- Work closely with department leads to identify training opportunities, operational needs, and areas for improvement.
- Assist in developing production schedules and ensuring resources are aligned with workload demands.
Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency
- Analyze current processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase profitability.
- Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to create consistency across departments.
- Identify bottlenecks within production workflows and develop actionable solutions.
- Partner with leadership to establish measurable goals and track progress toward operational improvements.
- Continuously evaluate production methods, technology, and workflows to support company growth.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to assist leadership in making informed business decisions.
- Develop reports focused on productivity, efficiency, labor utilization, quality, and cost control.
- Identify trends and provide recommendations based on operational data.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and assist leadership in establishing improvement strategies.
- Utilize data-driven decision making to improve processes and profitability.
Procurement & Resource Management
- Collaborate with procurement and purchasing teams to ensure proper inventory levels and timely availability of materials.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for cost savings through improved purchasing practices, inventory management, and process improvements.
- Evaluate material usage, equipment needs, and operational requirements to support future growth.
- Communicate production needs and challenges to leadership and purchasing teams.
Team Development & Employee Engagement
- Build and maintain a positive, collaborative production environment focused on teamwork and accountability.
- Support employee retention efforts through strong communication, recognition, coaching, and development.
- Assist in identifying training needs and developing employees to improve skill sets and performance.
- Promote a culture where employees understand their role in delivering quality products and supporting company success.
- Lead by example through professionalism, communication, and commitment to company values.
Equipment & Future Planning
- Evaluate equipment performance and identify opportunities for upgrades, repairs, or replacements.
- Work with leadership to analyze future equipment needs based on production demands, growth opportunities, and efficiency improvements.
- Assist in researching new technology, equipment, and processes that can enhance operations.
- Help develop long-term operational strategies that support company growth.
Leadership Collaboration & Strategic Support
- Work directly with company leadership to provide insight into production performance, challenges, and opportunities.
- Participate in leadership discussions focused on growth, efficiency, staffing, and operational improvements.
- Provide recommendations that support profitability, customer satisfaction, and long-term success.
- Maintain a forward-thinking mindset focused on continuous improvement and future opportunities.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience in production, manufacturing, operations, or a related leadership role.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to analyze data, create reports, and make informed decisions.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Experience leading teams and developing employees.
- Ability to identify inefficiencies and create practical solutions.
- Strong understanding of production workflows, quality control, and operational processes.
- Comfortable working with technology, reporting systems, and business software.
- Ability to think strategically while maintaining attention to daily operational details.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in apparel decoration, screen printing, embroidery, manufacturing, or similar production environments.
- Experience implementing process improvements or lean manufacturing principles.
- Experience with inventory management, scheduling, and purchasing processes.
- Experience developing SOPs, training programs, or performance metrics.
- Experience working closely with executive leadership teams.
Key Performance Expectations
Success in this role will be measured by:
- Improved production efficiency and workflow organization.
- Reduction in errors, waste, and unnecessary costs.
- Strong communication between production, leadership, and support teams.
- Development of a stronger, more engaged production team.
- Consistent product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Effective reporting and data-driven decision making.
- Identification and implementation of process improvements.
- Strategic planning for future equipment, staffing, and operational needs.
Leadership Expectations
The Operations Supervisor is expected to be a leader who:
- Takes ownership and accountability for operational success.
- Communicates openly and effectively.
- Builds trust and respect within the team.
- Looks beyond daily challenges and identifies long-term solutions.
- Encourages teamwork, growth, and continuous improvement.
- Supports the company's mission of delivering exceptional quality and service.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
