Director of Manufacturing

Job Description

Job DescriptionJOIN OUR DEDICATED AND GROWING TEAM

Ludlum SLC is seeking a dedicated Director of Manufacturing to join our team at our Draper, Utah, facility. We are a growing small business focused on delivering high-quality electronics with efficiency, consistency, and pride in craftsmanship. As we continue to scale our manufacturing operations, we are seeking a hands-on Director of Manufacturing to lead production, streamline processes, and support our continued growth.

The Director of Manufacturing offers high visibility to ownership and executive leadership, with the opportunity to expand scope and responsibility as manufacturing operations continue to scale. This role is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing operations, ensuring production goals are met safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively, while stabilizing and scaling production capacity to meet forecasted demand. We are looking for a practical leader who thrives in a small-business environment, can work closely with ownership, and isn’t afraid to be on the floor when needed, while also strengthening manufacturing readiness for internal audits, customer inspections, and regulatory reviews. This is a full-time, onsite position located in our Draper, UT division.QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• 7-10 years of manufacturing leadership experience (small or mid-sized company preferred)
• 15+ years background in electronics, assembly, or radiation equipment manufacturing
• Operations management experience supplying products in a highly regulated industry for Aerospace or Defence is preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or Supply Chain Management
• CPIM or Lean Six Sigma certifications preferred
• Experience working in ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or comparable quality system is strongly preferred.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Process-level thinking with demonstrated improvements across the organization
• Experience developing effective teams while building and growing individual talent as future leaders who are result-driven
• Demonstrated examples of managing projects, implementing process improvement, and installing effective controls at key process steps
• Experience with radiation safety preferred
• Experience with inventory management
• Ability to communicate responsibilities and define clear ownership for each person and position on the team
• Direct experience working in an MRP/ERP system
• Management style built around SQDC metrics while ensuring support functions serve the department lead’s improvement goals
• Experience creating a team-oriented atmosphere
• A background of launching Lean Manufacturing in an organization is a plus
• High level of professionalism and maturity, with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions with limited supervision
• Ability to exercise good judgment while following company policies and procedures
• Advanced Excel capability for labor analysis, capacity modeling, and cost tracking is preferred. Experience working with ERP or MRP systems is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Provide full leadership and ownership of all manufacturing operations, including production planning, scheduling, execution, and labor utilization
• Establish and manage manufacturing KPIs across safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC), including standardized manufacturing metrics and visual management across all production lines
• Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to support new product introduction and sustaining production
• Own manufacturing cost performance, including labor efficiency, throughput, scrap, and rework reduction by driving structured process improvements that reduce work, scrap, and cycle time
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality systems, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications
• Lead and support manufacturing readiness for internal, customer, and third-party audits, customer inspections, and regulatory reviews
• Develop, coach, and retain supervisors and manufacturing leaders while building a strong, accountable supervisory and lead structure with clear ownership and a strong succession pipeline
• Maintain a visible presence on the production floor to support problem-solving, team engagement, and execution excellence
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

WHY Ludlum SLC?

Ludlum SLC offers an enviable workplace culture where we take care of our team so they can take care of our customers. When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills, expand your knowledge, and grow your career in a supportive, collaborative environment. We are proud of our talented and innovative team and offer competitive benefits as part of our commitment to our employees. At Ludlum SLC, your contributions are valued, and you’ll be part of a team that truly makes an impact.

ABOUT US

Ludlum SLC is a division of VPI Technology and is owned by Ludlum Measurements, Inc., a leader in high-quality radiation detection products. Ludlum SLC currently provides the U.S. Armed Forces with next-generation radiological detection equipment and is expanding these products internationally. With deep technical expertise and extensive radiation experience, we are growing our product line with high-tech, high-reliability solutions to meet the evolving needs of the radiation detection industry.
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Benefits included: 120 Hours of accrued PTO annually; 401(k) match with employee contribution; low employee premium on medical benefits (offered first of the month after hire date); elective dental, vision, life, critical care, short-term disability, long-term disability; employee assistance program; and free access to fitness facility.

Ludlum is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan, please email hr@vpitech.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact HR at hr@vpitech.com. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees. OFCCP Equal Employment Opportunity Posters

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