Director of Operations
Core
Oversee overall site operations and financial performance of a manufacturing business unit, ensuring efficient production schedules, cost management, and high product quality.
Role type
Director of Operations (Manufacturing)
Builds
Production schedules, operational processes, and product quality standards for a precision engineering business unit.
Domain
Manufacturing / Precision Engineering / Plastic Injection Molding
Required skills
P&L management, manufacturing leadership, production scheduling, quality control, lean manufacturing, process improvement, resource/capacity planning, KPI analysis, strategic problem-solving
Preferred skills
Experience navigating ambiguity, independent execution, employee coaching
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Direct and optimize overall site operations and financial performance; Lead production site management for cost-efficient manufacturing within quality and safety standards; Determine operational direction to achieve volume, quality, and schedule goals; Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer demand; Maximize machine efficiency and plant capacity; Address and resolve product quality issues; Implement lean manufacturing principles; Generate and analyze KPIs to improve plant performance; Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on execution