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Manufacturing Manager

1 Week ago • 10 Years + • Manufacturing

Job Summary

Job Description

Trek seeks an experienced Director of Manufacturing to lead high-volume operations. Responsibilities include developing and implementing manufacturing strategies aligned with company goals, establishing production schedules, ensuring safe and compliant processes, collaborating across teams for process optimization and quality improvement, leading and developing a large manufacturing team, managing budgets, identifying and mitigating risks, and reporting to leadership. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in lean manufacturing, experience managing large teams in a fast-paced environment, and excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The role requires overseeing production planning, quality control, and supply chain management, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and scalable manufacturing processes to support continued growth.
Must have:
  • 10+ years manufacturing leadership
  • Lean manufacturing expertise
  • High-volume production experience
  • Team leadership & development
  • Strong communication & problem-solving skills
  • Budget management
  • Supply chain management
Good to have:
  • Engineering/Operations Management degree
Perks:
  • Flexible and fun company culture
  • Competitive health care
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Free life insurance
  • Competitive vacation package
  • 401(k) with match and ESOP
  • 12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
  • Flexible holiday schedule
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee & retail discounts

Job Details

A bit about us 

Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you’re on our team, you’re taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we’ll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!
 

Job Description

At Trek, we believe that manufacturing is about more than just assembling parts and products. We value creativity, innovation, and teamwork, and we're looking for a Director of Manufacturing who shares those values to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead our manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our products are of the highest quality and meet our customers' needs. And you'll have access to the latest technology and tools to help you succeed. But what really sets Trek apart is our culture. We're a values-driven organization that believes in having fun while doing great work AND RIDING BIKES. We're always looking for talented individuals who share our passion for excellence and our commitment to making the world a better place through sustainable, high-quality manufacturing that gets more people on bikes.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Director of Manufacturing to lead our high-volume manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lean manufacturing principles and experience in managing large teams in a fast-paced environment. This role will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our manufacturing operations, including production planning, quality control, and supply chain management. The Director of Manufacturing will also be responsible for ensuring that our manufacturing processes are efficient, cost-effective, and scalable to support our continued growth.
What you’ll be doing:
  • Develop and implement manufacturing strategies that align with overall company goals and objectives.
  • Establish and maintain production schedules to meet customer demand while maintaining efficient operations.
  • Ensure that production processes are safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and improve product quality.
  • Implement and manage a continuous improvement program to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and increase productivity.
  • Lead and manage a large team of manufacturing professionals, providing guidance, support, and coaching to ensure that team members are equipped to perform at their best.
  • Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering and product development, to ensure that new products are designed for efficient manufacturing and meet quality standards.
  • Develop and manage budgets for the manufacturing department and ensure that expenses are within approved limits.
  • Identify and manage risks that may impact manufacturing operations and develop contingency plans as necessary.
  • Create production and progress reports for leadership team.
  • Ensure a healthy and safe working environment and compliance with federal and state regulations through collaboration with environmental health and safety team.
What we are looking for (but are flexible):
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
  • 10+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership roles, preferably in a high-volume production environment with a premium product
  • Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and experience implementing them in a manufacturing environment
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams of manufacturing professionals.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with supply chain management and vendor relations
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to manufacturing, including OSHA and EPA regulations.

Trek Benefits:

•    Flexible and fun company culture
•    Competitive health care
•    PPO & HDHP medical plan options, Dental insurance, Vision insurance
•    Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
•    Free life insurance & optional term life insurance
•    Competitive vacation package
•    401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)
•    12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
•    Flexible holiday schedule – 10 company holidays
•    Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)
•    Employee discounts on all product
•    Deep partner retail discounts



We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. Trek strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.  This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.


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