Director of Manufacturing

Director of Manufacturing Engineering 📍 McHenry, MS (Onsite) | Direct HireWe’re partnering with an innovative advanced manufacturing organization seeking a Director of Manufacturing Engineering to lead a high-performing team supporting prototype-to-production scale-up in a highly regulated environment.Key Responsibilities:Lead manufacturing engineering and production operations for a growing siteManage a team of 30+ engineers and techniciansDrive facility and equipment commissioning, automation, and process developmentOversee multiple high-priority projects while guiding transition from low-rate to full-rate productionSupport long-term scaling efforts to high-volume manufacturingWhat We’re Looking For:Director/VP-level manufacturing leadership experienceProven success scaling operations from prototype to productionBackground in highly regulated industries (aerospace, automotive, medical device, pharma, etc.)Expertise in automation, process engineering, safety/compliance, and equipment commissioningExperience managing complex engineering portfolios and cross-functional teamsAbility to obtain security clearanceWhy Consider This Opportunity:Strategic leadership role with major growth and scaling impactOpportunity to shape a new facility and manufacturing operationHigh-visibility position with executive-level collaborationIf you have a track record of building and scaling advanced manufacturing operations, I’d love to connect.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to applyTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.akkodis.com/en/us/candidate-privacy-policyThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance