Director of Operations
- Lead day-to-day manufacturing and operational activities to ensure production, quality, cost, and delivery goals are consistently achieved.
- Develop and execute operational strategies that improve productivity, efficiency, throughput, and overall plant performance.
- Manage labor utilization, staffing levels, workforce planning, and operational resources to support business demands.
- Drive a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
- Lead, mentor, and develop managers, supervisors, and functional leaders across operations, maintenance, warehouse, quality, and safety.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to improve operational results.
- Partner with cross-functional teams including engineering, supply chain, quality, finance, and human resources to support organizational objectives.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, regulatory, and company policies.
- Oversee inventory management, production planning, and material flow to support customer demand and operational efficiency.
- Identify and implement process improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and operational best practices.
- Manage operational budgets and maintain accountability for labor, materials, maintenance, and facility expenses.
- Utilize ERP systems, reporting tools, and data analytics to drive informed decision-making and performance improvements.
- Support capital projects, facility expansions, equipment upgrades, and operational transformation initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within manufacturing, distribution, industrial, or operations environments.
- Proven experience leading large teams in a fast-paced operational setting.
- Demonstrated success improving productivity, safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
- Experience managing multiple departments and cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, continuous improvement, and operational excellence methodologies.
- Experience with workforce planning, employee development, and performance management.
- Background working in union, non-union, or mixed labor environments is a plus.
- Experience overseeing budgets, capital expenditures, and financial performance metrics.
- Proficiency with ERP systems, production reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
Leadership
- Proven ability to build, develop, and lead high-performing teams.
- Strong coaching, mentoring, and employee development skills.
- Results-driven leader with a hands-on management style.
- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, process improvement, and performance management.
- Ability to balance strategic planning with daily operational execution.
- Experience implementing systems, processes, and operational controls that drive sustainable results.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to identify root causes, develop solutions, and execute improvements.
- Comfortable operating in dynamic environments with changing priorities.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate and influence at all levels of the organization.
- Experience utilizing ERP, MRP, WMS, and business reporting systems.
- Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, Outlook, and data analysis tools.
- Manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment with exposure to varying temperatures, machinery, and operational activity.
- Frequent interaction with production, warehouse, maintenance, and office personnel.
- Ability to walk production floors and operational areas for extended periods.
- Location: On-site in Chicago, IL
- Compensation: $160,000 to $175,000 + eligibility to earn bonus
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) available for enrollment
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