Director of Global Manufacturing

Director of Global Manufacturing DSJ Global - 4.0 Spokane, WA Job Details $165,000 - $185,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Cost management Quality assurance within aerospace industry Lean assembly Resource planning methods Operations transformation Six Sigma methodology implementation Supply chain inventory management Cost control Global team management Demand forecasting analysis Manufacturing facility Quality control within aerospace industry Aviation Managing manufacturing teams Operational excellence initiatives Precision assembly Supply chain optimization Quality improvement programs in engineering Cross-functional team management Financial acumen Supply chain capacity planning Full Job Description Director of Global Manufacturing needed for Complex Manufacturer. Operations Team. Spokane, WA area One of our growing manufacturing clients is looking to bring on an experienced operations leader to drive its assembly, manufacturing, and logistics functions. This person will serve as a transformational leader by building the operational infrastructure needed to scale the business to its next stage of growth. Qualifications for the Director of Global Manufacturing include: Extensive leadership experience in high-tech, precision manufacturing (electronics, aviation, sensors) Strong expertise in SMOP, demand planning, supply chain coordination, supplier cost control, and end-to-end inventory management Proven ability to scale and optimize low-volume, high-mix operations using Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making Hands-on oversight of final assembly, testing, and repair processes, ensuring products meet quality standards and ship on time Solid financial acumen, cross-functional leadership skills, and commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence Responsibilities for the

Director of Global Manufacturing Include:

Direct end-to-end manufacturing operations across both external partners and internal teams, covering planning, production, logistics, and delivery Manage global contract manufacturers, including negotiations, performance oversight, and ensuring adherence to strict quality and technical standards Lead demand planning and S&OP processes to balance forecasts, production, and inventory in a high-mix, low-volume environment Oversee final assembly, calibration, and global distribution, ensuring products meet precision standards and reach customers on time Drive new product launches, quality systems, cost optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma principles