Overview Sr. Director, Manufacturing, Power Transmission, NA (Sr Director, Plant Management) at Gates Corporation. The role provides leadership and guidance in the development and implementation of product and process improvements for optimal and efficient operation of new and existing products and processes within Gates' North America Power Transmission facilities. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Manage Power Transmission plant operations to deliver daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual operating plan. Responsible for delivering on Safety, Cost, Delivery, Quality and Inventory targets for the US, Canada, and Mexico Power Transmission facilities. Drive sustainable, predictable weekly, monthly, quarterly output/revenue. Manage 5 Power Transmission Plants and Integrated Supply Chain. Develop trust and alignment with commercial team to profitably grow business. Successfully communicate execution and results to senior executives as well as those within the business unit. Evaluate and determine key investments in equipment, infrastructure, and talent. Provide a safe workplace environment by enforcing all safety regulations, policies, rules, and procedures. Utilize the principles of the Gates Production System (GPS), produce product that meets or exceeds Gates and customer expectations for a quality product at an expected cost. Develop a superior workforce that emphasizes safety, quality, continuous improvement, high performance, and employee retention. Monitors the performance of all operations within the department to identify opportunities for improvement and increased efficiency. Develops plans and oversees all aspects of production including equipment purchases, staffing needs, work schedules, and material requirements. Plans, organizes, executes, and monitors plant output objectives to meet customer shipment, cost, quality, and revenue goals; resolves issues to maintain smooth flow of work; drives product quality improvement initiatives; coordinates with materials, and process engineering, to achieve initiatives. Keys to Success Advanced knowledge of lean manufacturing systems processes, products, and customers. Strong commitment to safety and a track record of continuously improving safety in operations. Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and function within matrixed teams environment including Finance, Commercial, Engineering, HR, and Marketing. Performs work without appreciable direction while providing leadership on future manufacturing direction and continually improving organizational policies in the manufacturing area of the organization. Excellent oral, presentation, written and listening skills. Commitment to building a culture accountable to serving customers and employees with an urgency to meet or exceed expectations. Track record of, and commitment to, doing things the right way. Ability to coach, mentor and develop talent within the company. Demonstrated successful change management experience. The ability to articulate a compelling vision to all levels of the organization to accomplish cultural improvements which are sustainable, and people oriented. Proven ability to successfully develop and implement systems and processes which deliver quality, customer satisfaction, efficiency, and safety goals. Strong business and financial acumen. Demonstrates knowledge of establishing milestones and implementation (execution skills) while meeting commitments, prioritizing, scheduling, planning, anticipating obstacles, and managing risk. Supervisory, Travel, and Work Environment 5 direct reports Ability to travel domestically and internationally 65+% World Class Manufacturing facilities engaged in high volume manufacturing and manufacturing support processes. Requirements And Preferred Skills BA/BS in industrial, mechanical engineering, or business administration (MBA preferred) Minimum of 15+ years' multi-plant managerial experience leading manufacturing and operations teams in industrial, automotive supplier or industrial technology Experience in both Union and non-Union environment Expertise in plant automation/robotics and/or experience in automating plant operations Experience managing an industrial manufacturing environment as a hands-on senior operational leader. Experience in a high growth atmosphere with rapid hiring and training. Experience working with manufacturing-based technology, processes, and principles. Physical Requirements 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. Plant: Move minimum of 30lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, walk, climb, bend at the waist, reach, forceful use of hand tools, vocal projection. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; see, talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Personal protective equipment will be required when physically in manufacturing settings, including hearing protection, eye protection, and safety shoes. Pay & Benefits Full-Time, salary range from $220,000 to $265,000 Bonus Eligible Relocation is provided Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for Flexible Time Off 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?

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