Hyperframe is a metal wall framing system that snaps together without tools, up to 10x faster than traditional construction. The system is powered by software that enables modeling, fabrication, and installation of metal framing with unparalleled precision.
The Job
Hyperframe seeks an organized, analytical, "battle-tested" Director of Plant Operations for its new San Leandro, CA factory. In this role, you will take responsibility for the continued build-out of our manufacturing plant and production team. You will streamline first shift operations and add a second shift to expand capacity. Successful candidates will leverage their engineering background to foster a culture of continuous improvement, working alongside Hyperframe's manufacturing engineering team to optimize plant layout and equipment design.
Hyperframe's goal is to become the world's largest manufacturer of high-productivity construction materials. Manufacturing excellence is key to that vision. By scaling up Hyperframe's production output, you will dramatically improve productivity for the largest construction projects in the world.
Duties
Oversee all aspects of production operations for Hyperframe's new San Leandro, CA factory - including training, production planning, procurement, inventory control, manufacturing, and shipping.
Hire and manage all plant operations personnel, including shift supervisors, production planning, and inventory control personnel.
Create and maintain a strong safety culture.
Implement and maintain strong standards for incoming and outgoing quality control.
Take responsibility for measuring and improving the plant's safety, quality, and throughput metrics.
Provide continuous feedback to Hyperframe's manufacturing engineering team for plant layout and equipment design.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (ideally in math, science, or engineering)
Experience building and leading an organization
Direct experience ramping a new manufacturing plant
At least 5 years of experience managing a manufacturing plant
Ability to work 100% onsite in San Leandro, CA
Characteristics
Low ego, with a "nothing is beneath you" mindset
Analytical mindset
Highly organized
Strong willingness to take responsibility
Ability to be hands-on when necessary
Ability to switch between strategic thinking and detail-oriented thinking
Strong problem-solving ability, including the ability to identify root cause
Strong communicator with people of all educational and socio-economic backgrounds