Director of Manufacturing Job Listing at Flex in Fontana, CA (Job ID WD198096)

Description

Job Posting Start Date 04-14-2025 Job Posting End Date 05-30-2025

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems concentrating on sophisticated, state-of-the-art relay and control panels, medium voltage switchgear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/ E-Houses). We specialize in customized, turn-key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution.

Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to power the world. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion, we empower you to reach your full potential and contribute to projects that truly matter.

To support our extraordinary team who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a/an  The Director of Manufacturing located in  Fontana California

The Director of Manufacturing will oversee the day-to-day activities of the manufacturing of our products, ensuring that production, productivity, and quality standards are consistently met or exceeded. This role will ensure that resources, equipment, and processes are in place to deliver production requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Provides strategic direction and leadership to the manufacturing team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establishes quantitative and qualitative metrics, guidelines, and standards by which the company's manufacturing efficiency and effectiveness can be evaluated; identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Continuously evaluates manufacturing processes; develop, implement, and improve manufacturing strategies to optimize productivity, minimize costs, and enhance overall operational efficiency. 
• Implements policies and procedures that will improve day-to-day manufacturing operations.   
• Ensures work environments are adequate and safe.  
• Oversees manufacturing, production control and EH&S, ensuring each is reaching goals set by departmental and company leadership. 
• Plans, directs, controls, implements, evaluates, monitors, and forecasts budgets and resources for each product line and production department to achieve financial objectives.  
• Communicates and explains new directives, policies, or procedures to managers; for major changes, meets with entire manufacturing operations staff to explain changes, answer questions, and maintain morale.
• Leads coordination and integration of efforts among manufacturing operations, engineering, project management, purchasing, materials, technology, and quality divisions to produce smoother workflow and more cost-effective business processes. 
• Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in business and manufacturing.
• Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Superior managerial and diplomacy skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree in preferred.  
• Extensive and diversified background with at least 10 years of related experience in engineering AND manufacturing environment. 
• At least 5 years of Operations Management experience 

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Is Sponsorship Available?

Crown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Crown, you must complete the application process first).