Director of Manufacturing - Monumental Labs
New York, NY 10261
About the Job
Monumental Labs, a venture-backed company, is building robotic stone-carving factories to unleash a renaissance in art and architecture. Were growing rapidly and building a state-of-the-art stone carving facility in NYC.
Were seeking an experienced and dynamic Manufacturing Director to oversee daily operations, and to manage the initial set up of the facility. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing large-scale manufacturing operations, particularly those involving advanced CNC technology.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of our production facility, including ten 7-axis CNC robots dedicated to stone carving and various other CNC machines.
- Develop and implement efficient production schedules to meet project deadlines and client expectations.
- Manage and optimize workflow processes to ensure maximum productivity and quality output.
- Coordinate with client managers, artistic directors, digital fabricators, and stone carvers to ensure seamless execution of projects.
- Monitor and maintain equipment performance, scheduling regular maintenance and upgrades as needed.
- Lead and mentor a team of skilled technicians and operators.
- Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality control measures.
- Analyze production data and key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
- Manage inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers to ensure uninterrupted production.
- Aid in the design of the initial setup of our facility, and oversee the setup.
- Experience in a senior production management role.
- Proven experience managing large-scale operations involving CNC technology. Stone fabrication experience is a plus, but not necessary.
- Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget
- Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience managing and developing teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make data-driven decisions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
About Us
Monumental Labs is building robotic stone carving factories to unleash a renaissance. Blending traditional craftsmanship with advanced robotics, we produces custom stone sculpture at for artists, architects, and collectors at a fraction of the cost. Our north star is to build cities with the splendor of Florence, Paris, or pre-war New York againand do it at a fraction of the cost.
Were currently based in Mt. Vernon, NY, but weve moving imminently to a new facility in NYC.
If you're passionate about blending traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology and have the skills to massively scale our production capacity, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and any portfolio of past projects you've overseen to jobs@monumentallabs.co