Facility Director - Mesa Boogie
Company: Gibson Brands Inc.
Location: Petaluma
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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Job Description:
The Facility Director - Mesa Boogie responsible for the iconic
Mesa Boogie production facility based in Petaluma, CA. This
facility is a unique combination of art, craft of the highest
degree, historical legacy, modern innovation, passionate culture
and workforce, teamwork, accountability, and a developing
best-practices balance of superb craftsmanship and efficient
production processes. This role requires a deep appreciation and
experience/knowledge of amplifiers, comfort managing a diverse and
passionate group with artistic sensibilities, experience and
leadership for Continuous Improvement in a craft environment, deals
in facts and metrics as decision points, and can work successfully
to budget/forecast as a Cost Center. As a relatively small
facility, this position requires an energetic and involved approach
on all topics around a structured Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost
and Human Resources (SQDCHr ) framework.Essential Functions- Works
with Leadership/Management teams to set strategic goals and
priorities.- Transforms high level directional needs into a
workable business plan and promotes execution of that plan with the
appropriate metrics and timelines for business success- Monitors
and influences daily production activities and metrics together
with the Production Manager and supporting Team Members.- Manages
Quality, Materials, Engineering, and Production professionals on a
daily basis.- Manages cross matrix business integration with
Finance, HR, Product Development, and Sales professionals who
support the facility from the Petaluma, HQ, and other facilities.-
High profile leadership - Walks the production floor daily and
helps maintain an inclusive, servant-leadership based culture.-
Reports up through the organization monthly on KPI's in a
structured SQDCHr format with precise summarized input on variances
from plan.- Working with cross functional partners, develops and
promotes an appropriate timeline and skills/technology development
for on-time delivery of new products.- Works closely with the site
Controller to prepare, present and execute the Cost Center
operational budget.- Prepares, drives approval and executes on
Capital spending.- Maintains and further drives Safety as priority-
Promotes and further drives a product quality focus that
anticipates customer's expectations for a craft based premier-level
product.Other duties- Employee can be asked to perform other duties
that are reasonable within the area of expertiseSkills and
Competencies- Excellent presentation and strong communications
skills both written and verbal- Demonstrated ability to be
creative, flexible, and adaptable to new situations and
assignments- Must be independent, self-motivated and possess a
positive attitude, operating well in a team environment that is
focused on collaboration and accountability- Strong interpersonal,
mentoring, coaching and conflict resolution skills- Proven ability
to work with all levels of management and foster relationships with
operational personnel- Proven experience supporting growth through
transparency, consistency and disciplined execution- Strong
organizational skills- Must be able to manage multiple projects
simultaneously and organize workload to meet organizational
timelines in a fast paced, very high growth environment- Ability to
work with Senior Executives of the Company- Leadership skills
necessary to coach and mentor others; effective supervisory skills
with an ability to develop a team, review employee performance,
address escalated issues, generate assignments, and set priorities-
Provide insightful ways/approaches to motivate others and identify
strengths and developmental opportunities with talent- Good
analytical and critical thinking skills, with ability to make
effective decisions- Ability to respond effectively to the most
sensitive inquiries or concerns- Technical and comprehensive
knowledge of operating procedures- High level of integrity and
dependability with a strong sense of urgency and
results-orientation, with a track record of delivering to plan-
Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing circumstances; able to
proactively question and challenge to prioritize and identify
solutions in timely manner- Clear thinker with outstanding numeric
ability supported by a rounded commercial awareness- Able to see
the big picture but possesses a pragmatic /flexible approach to
delivery- Hands-on high-end craft experience- Curious in nature and
always looking to question, learn, and look for better ways to do
things- Relish working in a company with a diverse and fast paced
environment- Personable, fun, team orientedKnowledge- Thorough
understanding and strong working knowledge of high-end electronic
device/craft woodworking and production, with an emphasis on the
amplifier industry.- Knowledge of business practices and procedures
related to craft-based facility managementEducation and Experience-
Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.- Minimum of 8
year's progressive leadership experience in production management-
Experience successfully managing highly skilled artisans- A wood
shop environment dedicated to all processes related to wood
transformation and finishing.- Dedicated offices, cubicles, and
meeting rooms.Travel Requirements- Occasional travel to and between
the company's manufacturing and HQ locations.Physical Demands-
Basic physical stances and actions (sitting, standing, walking);
occasional 25 lb lifts.Salary range$215,000-$225,000 annual
salaryWe celebrate diversity and Gibson Brands, Inc is an Equal
Opportunity employer.
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