$140,000–$180,000 Per Year
Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Business Operations, Business Skills, Business Support, Capacity Management, Change Management, Coaching, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Employee Assistance Plan, Industrial Organization, Inventory Management, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, Long-Term Profit, Management Strategy, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Operational Improvement, Operational Measurement, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Organizational Development/Management, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Control, Production Planning, Production Systems, Productivity Management, Safety/Work Safety, Strategic Planning, Succession Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Talent Management, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Warehousing
Director of Operations- Manufacturing
Tulsa, OK | Full-Time | On-Site
Eligible candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $130,000 - $180,000
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
401(k) Program
PTO & Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Opportunity to Lead a Growing Manufacturing Operation
About the Role
We are seeking an accomplished operations leader to oversee manufacturing, supply chain, warehouse, quality, and continuous improvement functions within a growing industrial organization. This role will be responsible for driving operational performance, developing leadership teams, and implementing strategies that support long-term growth and profitability.
The ideal candidate has a proven background leading complex manufacturing operations and delivering measurable improvements in productivity, efficiency, quality, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Provide strategic direction for manufacturing, supply chain, warehouse, and quality operations
- Drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives
- Establish accountability measures and operational best practices throughout the organization
- Develop capacity plans to support growth while maintaining operational efficiency
Continuous Improvement
- Lead Lean and process improvement initiatives across the facility
- Identify operational bottlenecks and implement sustainable solutions
- Improve throughput, labor utilization, and overall equipment effectiveness
- Champion data-driven decision making and performance management
Supply Chain & Inventory Management
- Oversee production planning, inventory control, warehousing, and logistics functions
- Improve material flow and inventory accuracy while supporting customer demand
- Partner with suppliers and internal teams to strengthen operational performance
- Optimize working capital through effective inventory management strategies
Leadership & Organizational Development
- Build, coach, and develop high-performing leadership teams
- Strengthen succession planning and employee engagement initiatives
- Foster a culture centered on accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support business objectives and operational goals
Qualifications
Experience
- Extensive leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, or production environments
- Proven success leading multi-functional operations including manufacturing, supply chain, and warehousing
- Experience driving operational improvements, productivity gains, and cost reduction initiatives
- Background managing large teams and developing leadership talent
Leadership Skills
- Strong strategic planning and execution capabilities
- Experience leading organizational change and continuous improvement efforts
- Ability to influence, motivate, and align cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field preferred
- Equivalent leadership experience will be considered
Core Competencies
- Operational Excellence
- Manufacturing Leadership
- Supply Chain Management
- Lean & Continuous Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Team Development
- Financial & Business Acumen
- Change Management
Work Environment
This role operates within a manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with production, warehouse, and operational teams. Exposure to industrial equipment, varying temperatures, and manufacturing conditions is expected.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LI-BH1
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