Strategy Development:
- Assist the Associate Manufacturing Director in developing and implementing, in his assigned region, manufacturing strategies aligned with the overall business objectives, focusing on cost-effectiveness, operational efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement, in his region.
- Assist Associate Director in developing and incorporating operational safety throughout his Team.
Technical Commercialization
- Manage the transition of the Development Technical Package to Production stage.
- Oversee the technical transfer and commercialization of product through production.
- Perform incoming material physical properties testing to ensure quality meets specification.
Manufacturing Operations Management:
- Assist the Associate Manufacturing Director in directing and managing all aspects of manufacturing process, including commercialization, quality assurance, and compliance with footwear industry standards and regulations.
- Overall responsible for the accountability of Department’s fixed and inventory-related assets, including but not limited to testing equipment, molds, Tech Packs, samples, and computer equipment.
- Monitor Production and commercialization.
- Mimic and assist the Associate Manufacturing Director in developing and executing cost management strategies to optimize manufacturing expenses, monitor budgets, and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality and operational efficiency.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and lean manufacturing practices to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall operational efficiency, in his region.
- Enforce Department’s manufacturing processes, SOPs, and regulatory compliance.
- Mimic the Associate Manufacturing Director in adopting process designs, technologies, and methods that maximize process efficiency and continuous process flow.
Quality Management:
- Establish and maintain robust quality control systems and procedures to ensure adherence to product specifications, industry compliance requirements, and customer expectations, in his region.
- Monitor QA/QC training and performance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reliability.
- Wear test insoles.
Team Leadership:
- Assist the Associate Manufacturing Director in building and leading a high-performing manufacturing team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Provide guidance, mentoring, and development opportunities to enhance team performance and individual growth
- Recommend revisions of department’s SOP to the Associate Manufacturing Director.
- Assist the Associate Manufacturing Director in reaching Manufacturing KPI’s.
- Organize Team-building training for employees.
Risk Management
- Identify, motigate, and report to the Associate Manufacturing Director potential risks and challenges in manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and ethical practices.