Director of Electronics Manufacturing and Operations

Applied Concepts, Inc. - Richardson, Texas

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Director Of Electronics Manufacturing And Operations - Job Overview

Applied Concepts has an exciting opportunity at our Richardson headquarters for an experienced electronics manufacturing leader to step into the role of Director. You will help leverage our 47 years of technology expertise in Radar, Lidar, and traffic safety to lead site facilities, production, planning, and shipping functions at the company.

In this role, you will provide technical leadership and manage a team of supervisors who supervise 88 employees in the Microwave, Assembly, Shipping, Planning, Test, and Rework Departments. As a Director, you will report directly to the CEO and be part of the 7-person Management Group operating the company. Your responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; scheduling production and planning builds, managing the maintenance of the production equipment (including 2 SMT lines); assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. You must demonstrate excellent communication skills and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment where today's collaboration and innovation drive tomorrow's successes.

Director of Electronics Manufacturing and Operations - What you'll gain:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Job security at a stable and growing company
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Learning and development opportunities
• Convenient office location
• Flexible vacation policy
• Good work/life balance
• Great culture and collaborative environment
  
  

Director of Electronics Manufacturing and Operations - How you'll make an impact:

• You'll work with Quality, Accounting, Sales and Engineering to establish and maintain production procedures, ensuring a high standard of manufacturing operations, product quality, reliability and safety.
• Work closely with Engineering and Quality during the phases of new product introduction to ensure alignment with the high-quality standards associated with the Stalker brand.
• Prioritize, control and monitor manufacturing capacity, including making recommendations regarding labor and capital expenditures.
• Recommend automation, assembly equipment and test equipment as needed to achieve improved product quality, customer responsiveness and/or reduced cost.
• Analyze Engineering Change Notices and coordinate the implementation with Engineering, Purchasing, and Production organizations.
• Act as a champion of efficiency improvement efforts, playing a key role in the daily waste reduction activities.
• Work with Quality, Engineering, and Production Supervisors to analyze in-line product failures and troubleshoot as necessary.
• Initiate or suggest plans to motivate staff members to achieve work goals.
• Interpret company policies to staff members and enforce safety regulations.
• Work with IT to streamline manufacturing and planning functions.
  
  

Director of Electronics Manufacturing and Operations - We will be particularly interested if:

• You have a very diverse work background (multiple disciplines or multiple technologies).
• You have a broad skill set.
• You have worked for a contract manufacturer or another SMT electronics manufacturer.
• You have worked for a small electronics manufacturing company and been responsible for "doing it all".
• If you are versatile and exceptional, please read on!
  
  

Director of Electronics Manufacturing and Operations - What you'll need to succeed:

• You must currently live near the Richardson, Texas, area.
• A 4-year Engineering or other technical degree or a 2-year degree with extensive experience.
• Possess strong computer skills.
• 5+ years' experience in an electronics SMT manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years' experience manufacturing new products.
• 5+ years' experience managing managers/supervisors.
• Ability to mentor and/or supervise technical staff, as needed.
• Pass a drug screen and background check.
  
  

Who We Are

Applied Concepts is a 47-year-old, 230-person privately owned company, located in Richardson, Texas. Founded in 1977 by an electrical engineer, we have a long history of profitable, organic growth. Our company remains entrepreneurial at heart, constantly re-inventing ourselves with new products and new markets, but still balanced with business prudence. We manufacture our own products, in our own facilities, and are proud to be "Made in America". Integrating our product development with our own manufacturing resources is a key part of our business culture, keeping us nimble and able to provide high quality products.

What We Do

We focus on designing, manufacturing, and selling products that promote public safety. We are the number one supplier of speed enforcement products to law enforcement in the United States. Our employees take pride in the quality of our products and the service we provide in keeping our streets and neighborhoods safe. We offer a variety of engineering and production challenges, from microwave to high-speed lasers, to image capturing and processing, and LED speed-calming devices.

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