Senior Advisor

About the role

FTE Factory Advisors is an operational consulting firm that delivers integrated business solutions to help clients achieve stronger results, faster. We work side-by-side with client teams, combining deep industry knowledge with hands-on execution. Our Global Advisory Network brings together independent experts across multiple disciplines, creating a collaborative powerhouse of knowledge, experience, and capability.

Opportunity

As a Sr. Advisor, you will serve as both a strategic partner and a tactical problem-solver for our clients. You’ll operate as an independent contractor (LLC or S-Corp) within our network, enjoying the flexibility of consulting while benefiting from the credibility and reach of the FTE brand.

Disciplines We Seek

• Operations Management
• Purchasing & Sourcing
• Supply Chain Management
• Quality Management
• Llean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
• Technical Engineering
• Maintenance & Reliability
• Leadership Development & Organizational Change
• Process Improvement
• Production Planning & Scheduling
• Industrial Engineering
• Project Management
• Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)
• Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing – including AI-driven process optimization, predictive maintenance, machine vision, and data analytics for improved decision-making.

What You'll Do

• Develop Specialized Knowledge
• Collaborate in Small Teams
• Serve as a Trusted Advisor
• Lead and Support Client Engagements
• Analyze and Improve Operations
• Create High-Impact Deliverables
• Support Business Development
• Coach and Mentor
• Anticipate and Manage Risks

Requirements

• Experience: 15+ years in relevant operational, manufacturing, or industrial leadership roles.
• Expertise: Proven track record in driving operational excellence, cost efficiency, and team performance.
• Soft Skills: Strong communicator, adaptable problem-solver, and active listener who thrives in challenging environments.
• Structure: Ability to operate as an independent consultant via LLC or S-Corp.

Key Attributes

• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to project needs
• Thrives in challenging manufacturing environments
• Enjoys travel and is most at home working in challenging industrial environments
• Demonstrates Active listening skills: seeking first to understand and then to be understood
• Is capable of coaching others to use their knowledge and skills to overcome challenges