Chief Manufacturing Officer

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Chief Manufacturing Officer leads and oversees an organization's manufacturing strategy, planning, and operations to ensure cost-effective production, high-quality standards, and continuous process improvement. Defines manufacturing goals and budgets and develops short- and long-term strategies that support business growth and corporate objectives. Being a Chief Manufacturing Officer monitors supply chain metrics to ensure the quality and availability of raw materials and manages supplier relationships. Develops operational safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and cost control standards. Additionally, Chief Manufacturing Officer leads the adoption and integration of technology and automation to improve and expand manufacturing capabilities. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). C-suite level management. Develops functional or business unit strategy for an organization. Executes multiple high impact initiatives to achieve organizational goals. Defines vision, strategy, and focus for a major functional or business unit. Substantial experience with setting key metrics like KPIs or OKRs and shaping plans to meet objectives. To be a Chief Manufacturing Officer typically requires progressive leadership experience in senior management roles. Has expert level knowledge of the overall departmental function. Demonstrated experience in developing and executing long term business strategies.