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The Director of Production & Product Development leads the strategy, planning, and execution of new product creation and ongoing production operations for Chloraking located in Atlanta, GA.
This role ensures that products meet market needs, quality standards, cost targets, and delivery timelines. It requires close collaboration with design, engineering, sourcing, marketing, and manufacturing teams.
Responsibilities:
Product Development Leadership
Drive the end-to-end product development lifecycle—from ideation, research, and prototyping to testing and commercialization.
Translate market trends, customer insights, and competitive analysis into product roadmaps.
Oversee cross-functional teams (design, engineering, R&D, marketing) to ensure alignment with business goals.
Approve product specifications, materials, and design direction.
Ensure products meet regulatory, safety, and compliance standards.
Production & Operations Management
Lead production planning, scheduling, and workflow optimization.
Oversee manufacturing operations (internal or outsourced), ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost control.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
Manage vendor relationships, sourcing strategies, and supply chain performance.
Ensure on-time delivery and resolve production bottlenecks.
Strategic & Financial Oversight
Develop annual budgets for production and product development.
Monitor KPIs such as cost of goods sold (COGS), yield, throughput, and product performance.
Evaluate ROI for new product initiatives and manage product lifecycle profitability.
Support long-term business planning and innovation strategy.
Team Leadership
Build, mentor, and manage high-performing production and product development teams.
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence.
Collaborate with executive leadership to align product and production strategies with company objectives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
4–8+ years of experience in product development, production, or project management.
Experience with domestic and international manufacturing environments.
Experience with chlorine generation, chlorine generator equipment, chlor-alkali industry or similar background would be preferable.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
On-time product launches
Production efficiency and throughput
Cost reduction and margin improvement
Product quality metrics and defect rates
Innovation pipeline health
Supplier performance
Team engagement and retention
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Find out how your skills align with the job description
Skills
Do you have experience in Workflow management (operations management method)?
Education
Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
Full job description
Overview:
The Director of Production & Product Development leads the strategy, planning, and execution of new product creation and ongoing production operations for Chloraking located in Atlanta, GA.
This role ensures that products meet market needs, quality standards, cost targets, and delivery timelines. It requires close collaboration with design, engineering, sourcing, marketing, and manufacturing teams.
Responsibilities:
Product Development Leadership
Drive the end-to-end product development lifecycle—from ideation, research, and prototyping to testing and commercialization.
Translate market trends, customer insights, and competitive analysis into product roadmaps.
Oversee cross-functional teams (design, engineering, R&D, marketing) to ensure alignment with business goals.
Approve product specifications, materials, and design direction.
Ensure products meet regulatory, safety, and compliance standards.
Production & Operations Management
Lead production planning, scheduling, and workflow optimization.
Oversee manufacturing operations (internal or outsourced), ensuring efficiency, quality, and cost control.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
Manage vendor relationships, sourcing strategies, and supply chain performance.
Ensure on-time delivery and resolve production bottlenecks.
Strategic & Financial Oversight
Develop annual budgets for production and product development.
Monitor KPIs such as cost of goods sold (COGS), yield, throughput, and product performance.
Evaluate ROI for new product initiatives and manage product lifecycle profitability.
Support long-term business planning and innovation strategy.
Team Leadership
Build, mentor, and manage high-performing production and product development teams.
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence.
Collaborate with executive leadership to align product and production strategies with company objectives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
4–8+ years of experience in product development, production, or project management.
Experience with domestic and international manufacturing environments.
Experience with chlorine generation, chlorine generator equipment, chlor-alkali industry or similar background would be preferable.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
On-time product launches
Production efficiency and throughput
Cost reduction and margin improvement
Product quality metrics and defect rates
Innovation pipeline health
Supplier performance
Team engagement and retention
#LI-KF1
Explore other jobs
Discover opportunities beyond Hayward Industries
Food Manufacturing Plant Manager
Bento
Atlanta, GA 30340
$90,000
a year
Processing Operations Manager
Allprovide Pet Foods LLC
Norcross, GA 30093
$36 - $38
an hour
Food Production Manager - Bilingual
The Goldbergs Group
Marietta, GA 30067
$45,000 - $52,000
a year
This employer uses Indeed, Inc. to generate an AI-powered summary evaluation of your application for this job. By applying, you agree that your application will include such a summary. If you do not agree, do not apply through Indeed. Instead, contact the employer directly to find another way to apply.
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Director of Production & Product Development position is now open for candidates interested in the Manufacturing Jobs sector. This role in Atlanta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Manufacturing Jobs is a plus.
