Machinery/Automation - Director of Operations - Litchfield, CT

They are investing in operational excellence and growth while maintaining a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Responsibilities:

• Lead manufacturing, purchasing, inventory, and operational teams.
• Develop KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Improve throughput, reduce lead times, and optimise workflow.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and operational performance.
• Partner with engineering and customer-facing teams to improve efficiency.
• Coach and develop managers while building a high-performing culture.
• Ensure safe, effective, and compliant operations.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Lead operations across manufacturing, supply chain, and inventory functions.Drive throughput, reduce lead times, and implement CI initiatives.

Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of operations leadership experience within manufacturing.
• Strong background in process improvement and operational excellence.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managers.
• Financial acumen with budgeting and forecasting experience.
• Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

Our client is an established engineering and manufacturing company delivering complex industrial solutions. They are investing in operational excellence and growth while maintaining a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service.

What's To Offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.