Site Director Integrated Supply Chain - Toronto

Company Overview: Our client, part of a �Fortune 500� is a major Toronto-area, 500 employee (non-union) site manufacturing a wide range of electronics products for aerospace applications. Position Summary: The Site Director for the Toronto facility will be responsible for the successful management of all operations and processes in a Lean, Six Sigma production environment. The successful candidate will be accountable for shaping an operations vision and aggressively driving change, which will lead to �world-class� performance. Specific areas of pursuit will include plant productivity maximization, component rationalization and globalization, cost containment, internal and external quality incorporating voice of the customer feedback , and metrics, and improvement in inventory management, and on-time delivery. Also essential in this role will be to improve and foster a collaborative, team-oriented, high-performance work environment, including the acquisition and development of key talent, and the maintenance of a safe workplace for all employees. Position Responsibilities: �Provides strategic direction for all integrated supply chain activities and assists in the development of the business STRAP (1, 3 and 5 year strategic plans). �Supervises 5 direct reports; approximately 500 employees in manufacturing, production support, HS&E/facilities, and HR. Drives improved safety, quality, OTD, cost, productivity, and employee relations. �Develops a repair/overhaul & services strategy and drives an effective ISC goal deployment process that aligns with business goals and plans. �Responsible for developing and executing the AOP (Annual Operating Plan) and has direct responsibility for departmental spend and managing budget. �Integrates Six Sigma/Lean tools to improve process yields, reduce COPQ and drive shop floor productivity. �Owns and manages plant/people strategies, succession planning, budgetary planning & controls, staff development and performance management. �Provides site representation - community service activities, government and compliance representation. Qualifications: �BS Degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management/Supply Chain or related field; MBA preferred. �Minimum 5+ years managerial experience in electronics assembly, test, and/or an automated production line. �Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing; Six Sigma certification preferred. �Demonstrated success in leading change and establishing operational metrics/key indicators for process control, communication, and performance improvement. �Ability to develop, execute and achieve tactical and strategic initiatives through active leadership that positively impact business plans, operating profits, practices, policies and procedures. �Ability to effectively select, develop, coach, empower and motivate a staff to ensure growth in their scope of responsibility and accountability for operational excellence. �Ability to develop a long-term operations strategy in addition to supervising tactical, day-to-day activities. �Assertive, results-focused individual with strong follow-up skills; proactive communicator with excellent people management capabilities. Compensation Highly competitive base salary, incentive bonus, and full benefits. Comprehensive relocation assistance is provided. For more information regarding this position, please contact Dave Hamilton at: Phone: 206-622-4282 ext. 3 All communications will be held in strict confidence.