Operations Director

About the job Operations Director

Our world-class client is searching for an Operations Director is a critical role responsible for overseeing manufacturing, supply chain, and quality processes across multiple locations (overseeing 3 plants totaling a revenue of $200M).

The future leader will drive cost reductions, ensure on-time delivery, maintain safety standards, enhance customer satisfaction, improve employee relations, and achieve plant performance goals. This role requires ensuring the delivery of high-quality products in quantities that meet sales demand while maintaining profitability in line with company objectives. Reporting to VPGM.

Main Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations; Master's or
  MBA preferred.
• 12+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of improving operational performance and achieving business results.
• Minimum of 5 years of people management experience with demonstrated success.
• Strong project management skills.
• Familiarity with local and federal governmental regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Ability to travel domestically (25%).

• Strategic: Develop and execute long-term strategic plans. Lead and motivate teams across multiple locations.
• Efficient: Optimize procurement and inventory control processes.
• Enhance productivity and reduce operational costs. Implement capital investment and improvement projects.
• Foster employee growth through coaching and mentoring. Build and manage a diverse, high-performing team.
• Ensure operations comply with local and federal regulations. Maintain a safe work environment and manage workplace hazards.

• Develop and implement robust manufacturing plans to maintain high standards of operations, ensuring product conformity to quality standards.
• Manage division's inventory and procurement processes with third-party and intercompany partners.
• Establish and exceed key performance metrics to meet KPI targets.
• Oversee inventory management based on predetermined fulfillment rates and principles.
• Ensure compliance with capital investments, improvement projects, and operational CAPEX projects.
• Collaborate with regional and global manufacturing and sourcing functions to deliver efficient and effective supply chain and distribution solutions.
• Identify and implement productivity improvements to reduce costs, scrap, and rework.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and company standards.
• Provide leadership in employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team talent to build a high-performing, diverse organization.