Director, Fabrication & Logistics Operations

Company Overview

Headquartered in Bensalem PA and founded in 1999, EDA Contractors holds an extensive portfolio of experience related to the exterior envelope of commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. EDA achieves excellence by integrating design knowledge, continuous training, and accountability into every facet of the company.

EDA provides a wide range of comprehensive services: Air & Vapor Barriers, Green Roof Systems, Masonry, Glass, Repair & Maintenance, Roofing & Sheetmetal, Siding & Wall Panels, Slate & Copper Roofing, and Waterproofing.

EDA is a growth and customer-oriented organization. We are proud to foster a workplace culture that has been recognized with several Top Workplace awards.

Job Summary

This newly created position will play a pivotal role in advancing EDA’s growth. This leader will serve as a key business partner to the Vice President of Shared Services as well as the Chief Operating Officer.

In this role, you will take responsibility for the continued build-out of our manufacturing plant and production team. You will streamline shift operations to expand capacity. Successful candidates will leverage their experience to foster a culture of continuous improvement, working alongside EDA’s manufacturing engineering team to optimize plant layout and equipment design.
The Director will maintain high quality standards and develop a department that focuses on teamwork, cross functional projects, and integrity while adhering to the company mission and vision.

The Director will lead and oversee our Shared Services operations teams within three locations to include Fabrication shop operations, staging, logistics and fleet services.

This individual excels in a fast-paced environment, is a leader in preconstruction and fabrication and is influential by nature, possesses a strong ability to build and foster relationships. This hands-on role includes leading robust qualifications to lead a team and install processes client interaction, strategic project identification, developing highly collaborative business partnerships (internal and external) and ensuring we create high-quality products and services, championing the ONE EDA mindset.

Job Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and direct the day-to-day activities of the operations function, including procurement, manufacturing, production, quality assurance, shipment, and service
Manage P&L and internal finance functions
Design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures
Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth
Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
Monitor invoices, money handling procedures, accounting, and bank processes.
Delegate responsibilities to ensure staff members grow as capable participants.
Write and submit reports to the CEO on all matters of importance
Manage relationships with vendors/suppliers
Assess and implement improved processes and new technologies, and collaborate with management to implement these improvements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and experience with ISO 9000 and 14001
Proven experience as Director of Operations or similar role with manufacturing experience
Experience and training in operations management techniques such as lean manufacturing or total quality management preferred
Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance,etc.
Knowledge of general accounting practices and managing a P&L.
Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
Proven track record of managing complex budgets successfully.
Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure and MS Office
Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
Outstanding verbal and written skills, and experience working with staff on all levels
Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
BS/BA in Business Administration or relevant field; MS/MBA is a plus

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Paid time off
Health insurance with medical, dental and vision
401K eligible after 2 months, company matching at 4% after one (1) year of employment
Performance based merit increase
Tuition Assistance
Company wide events

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This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

EDA Contractors is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

For more information about EDA, please visit our website at www.edacontractors.com