Director of Manufacturing

Xylem

. Manage and direct all production and lead the materials and maintenance teams supporting production in Yellow Springs, Ohio .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeYellow Springs • Ohio • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing production operations, developing strategic plans, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Proven ability to lead teams, drive continuous improvement, and enhance productivity in a manufacturing environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Production ManagementContinuous ImprovementRCCA ExecutionLeadership SkillsRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Operational PlanningCost Improvement ProgramsProduction SchedulingManpower PlanningManufacturing Strategies

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationAccountabilityEmpowerment

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business ManagementBachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentEmployee SafetyQuality ControlCross-Functional ExecutionCustomer Focus

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and direct all production and lead the materials and maintenance teams supporting production in Yellow Springs, Ohio
Develop operational short- and long-range plans, monthly forecasts, annual operating plans, capital expenditures, cost improvement programs, production plans, and manpower planning
Oversee supervisory development, employee safety, and the overall cost of quality
Direct strategic changes in manufacturing and operations strategies to improve efficiencies and address deficiencies
Ensure business-unit compliance with Xylem policies and local, state, and federal regulations
Plan, direct, and control site manufacturing activities to ensure products are manufactured on schedule
Prioritize production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply
Select and develop teams and establish schedules and staffing requirements
Maintain customer focus and build a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving
Foster accountability, collaboration, and cross-functional execution for the local leadership team
Drive productivity and efficiency improvements
Interact regularly with Sales and Marketing regarding customer market conditions
Serve as Site Lead for planning and executing cross-functional events, town halls, and activities involving R&D, Service and Repair, Finance, and other campus teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Engineering or a related discipline
7-10 years in a manufacturing environment with supervisory or management experience
Work experience in Continuous Improvement
Expertise in RCCA execution desired
Leadership skills: Persistence, Adaptability, Problem Solving, Willingness to Learn, Ability to Empower and Motivate Teams, and Delegation
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to provide direction to supervisors, support company policies, and overcome obstacles
Flexibility and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark
Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
Inclusion and belonging initiatives
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace
Reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities