Site Director

Site Director

Zing Recruiting is partnering with a leading organization in the electromechanical and advanced industrial manufacturing industry to identify a Site Director to join their team in Charlotte, NC! This is a highly specialized executive leadership role focused on stabilizing, scaling, and transforming complex manufacturing operations across U.S. sites and European headquarters. This position is best suited for a senior-level manufacturing leader with deep operational depth and proven transformation experience in high-complexity environments.

Site Director Job Summary

• Pay: $150K+ DOE
• Type: Direct Hire
• Location: Charlotte, NC (Local candidates preferred)
• Lead stabilization and transformation of complex, high-mix manufacturing operations
• Operate in a matrixed global structure spanning U.S. plants and European headquarters
• Own end-to-end manufacturing performance across production, engineering, logistics, and procurement
• Drive operational recovery and scaling in underperforming or rapidly evolving environments
• Lead third-party and outsourced manufacturing operations (high importance)
• Execute New Product Introduction (NPI) to serial production ramp with high reliability focus
• Implement and mature Lean Manufacturing systems (Pull, Kanban, One-Piece Flow, Supermarkets)
• Drive OEE recovery, TPM implementation, and preventive maintenance discipline
• Lead advanced Quality Systems (pFMEA, Poka-Yoke, RCA, stop-the-line authority)
• Own CI transformation frameworks (TIMWOOD, PDCA, Six Sigma methodology)
• Manage ERP-driven production planning, procurement, and supply chain execution
• Lead automation and electromechanical assembly optimization initiatives
• Establish KPI governance, operational dashboards, and performance accountability systems
• Own budgeting, CapEx strategy, and make-vs-buy decisions
• Ensure strict EHS, OSHA, and environmental compliance execution
• Drive sustainability initiatives (energy efficiency, waste reduction, emissions control)

Site Director Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Mechatronics preferred)
• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher strongly preferred)
• Proven experience in complex electromechanical or industrial manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated success in turnaround, stabilization, or operational transformation roles
• Experience with high-mix and/or series production systems
• Strong background in third-party / outsourced manufacturing oversight
• Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing and CI execution (not theoretical—hands-on application)
• Proven ownership of OEE, TPM, and production stability improvements
• Strong quality leadership background (pFMEA, root cause analysis, containment, escalation systems)
• Experience leading multi-functional teams across production, engineering, logistics, procurement
• Proven ability to manage performance issues, rebuild accountability, and stabilize output
• Strong financial and operational acumen (budgeting, CapEx, ROI, make-vs-buy)
• Strong ERP-driven manufacturing system experience
• Strong EHS and regulatory compliance leadership
• Executive-level communication skills with ability to interface with global leadership
• Comfortable operating in high-pressure, fast-changing environments
• International collaboration experience (European HQ interaction required) Ideal Candidate Profile:
• Senior manufacturing leader who has actually run plants end-to-end (not advisory-only roles)
• Proven history of turning around or stabilizing complex operations
• Strong bias toward structure, accountability, and operational discipline
• Comfortable operating between shop floor execution and executive strategy
• Experienced translating global HQ strategy into local execution
• Thrives in high-visibility, high-expectation environments requiring ownership

Why Zing?

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life insurance available
• 401(k) available after hours requirement is met
• Direct Deposit programs available
• Opportunity to lead a high-impact manufacturing transformation at global scale Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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