Director of Operations (Chatsworth, CA)Our client, a leading microelectronics manufacturing company located in Chatsworth, CA is seeking a Director of Operations to join their team. As the Director of Operations, you will embrace efficiency and position our Organization for rapid, sustained and profitable growth. Successful execution will require the ability drive forward our company?s adoption of our Proprietary Production System which is based on Lean Methodology, formulate and execute strategic initiatives that will increase our competitive advantage through operational efficiency and ensure that the company is always focusing the right priorities by initiating and insisting upon team-centric communication. You?ll lead by example and demand an environment of respect for others with the clear understanding that you are ultimately responsible for the work product and results of an entire Division. Your positive and lasting impact on the company will be felt because you are a proactive problem-solver who eliminates waste, questions the status quo and endeavors to always improve while steering their Division and its people to perform at optimum levels.Requirements:?Hands-on, in-depth knowledge of lean and continuous improvement methodologies?Practical application and experience with Toyota Production Systems (TPS)?Prior experience with Microelectronics or Electronics in a production environment?Capable of leading and implementing the practical application of the full range of LEAN methods on the plant floor?Experience implementing lean practices in at least two separate operating environments ?Strong leadership skills demonstrated through championing accountability, maximizing team and individual strengths, seeking and implementing change, and aligning with critical plant and business objectives?Solid skills in motivation and employee development; proven ability to educate and train others in new ways of doing business?Ability to recognize innovative ways to accomplish objectives?Prior experience managing multiple projects/initiatives with budget limits and time constraints?Effectively designed strategic plans that have led to growth of a manufacturing company ?Experience successfully demonstrating on-time and quality standards ?Experience with international suppliers and customers ?Demonstrated commitment to change management ?Demonstrated leadership in process improvement ?5+ years experience in senior operational and strategic leadership?Ability to drive communication throughout an organization that both anticipates and removes roadblocks?LEAN manufacturing (related) certification preferredTo be considered, please submit your resume, including salary information to our recruiting team at No phone calls please.