Tobaccoville , North Carolina Direct Hire Dec 5, 2025
Director of Manufacturing Location: Greensboro |Winston-Salem |High Point Industry Experience: Food, Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Tobacco, Cosmetics, or other regulated manufacturing environments Onsite
Are you an experienced manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth, and highly regulated environment? We’re seeking a Director of Manufacturing to drive operational excellence, scale capacity, and lead a high-performance team through rapid expansion and continuous improvement.
In this role, you will shape long-term manufacturing strategy, elevate productivity, and ensure safety, quality, and cost performance across all production areas. You’ll directly lead managers, engineers, production teams, and contingent labor while building a culture of accountability and collaboration.
Competitive Base Salary + Bonus + LTIP Excellent Benefits
Key Responsibilities include:
Develop multi-year manufacturing and operational strategies to strengthen organizational capability and increase productivity.
Lead and mentor Operations Managers, Engineers, Maintenance and Production staff to align initiatives with company goals.
Drive Continuous Improvement, Lean, Waste Reduction, and Capacity-Building initiatives.
Oversee project teams responsible for implementing new procedures, systems, and policies; track progress against goals and timelines.
Stay ahead of emerging technologies and business opportunities to enhance operations.
Build strong cross-functional relationships to increase collaboration and drive strategic impact.
Provide guidance on organizational effectiveness, team collaboration, and corrective action when needed.
Ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and compliance with all regulatory standards.
Requirements include:
BS degree in Management, Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or related field.
5+ years of experience as a Senior Leader in a fast-paced, regulated, multi-shift, manufacturing environment.
Proven leadership experience building and developing high-performing teams.
Experience in regulated manufacturing (food, pharma, medical device, tobacco, cosmetics, etc.).
Strong background in Lean, Continuous Improvement, Waste Reduction, and Capacity Planning.
Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, and efficiency drivers.
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to make sound, timely decisions in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
Track record of identifying opportunities for change and using strategic thinking to deliver meaningful results.
The Ideal Candidate will be:
A hands-on leader, out on the Production Floor, who loves developing people and leading teams.
Someone with strong manufacturing fundamentals and experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
A flexible, adaptable individual who embraces rapid change.
A Manufacturing Leader who thrives in a fast-paced, fast-growing environment.
A capacity-builder who can balance today’s needs with tomorrow’s growth.