Milwaukee Tool · 1 day ago
Director, Operations
Byhalia, MS
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expMilwaukee Tool is a leading manufacturer in the tools industry, and they are seeking a Director of Operations to lead all operations in their manufacturing facility. The role involves overseeing distribution and light manufacturing processes, ensuring operational performance, and developing leadership within the team.
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Responsibilities
Lead daily operations for receiving, putaway, replenishment, picking, packing, shipping, and returns
Ensure accurate and compliant execution of all distribution SOPs
Develop labor plans and staffing strategies to meet fluctuating demand
Drive performance across accuracy, productivity, service-level targets, and throughput
Partner with Transportation, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Control, and Customer Fulfillment teams to ensure on-time, in-full delivery
Lead all light manufacturing and assembly activities, including:
Holiday display assembly
Heated gear kitting
Late-point/final kitting
Custom packaging and promotional builds
Retail-specific special project execution
Ensure accurate work instructions, quality inspections, BOM usage, and traceability
Build scalable processes for seasonal and project-based volume changes
Partner with Engineering and Product teams to execute pilot builds and launch new programs
Lead and develop a multi-layer team including Operations Managers, Supervisors, Team Leads, and hourly teams
Build a culture of extreme ownership, high accountability, transparent communication, and continuous improvement
Drive leadership bench strength, succession planning, and internal promotions
Partner with Talent Management, ER, and L&D to build leadership capability across all levels
Translate the VP’s strategy into operational roadmaps, peak plans, capacity models, and staffing frameworks
Use Lean, CI, and problem-solving tools to elevate performance across both distribution and value-add operations
Identify and eliminate waste through standard work, 5S, process flow design, takt time planning, and line balancing
Improve throughput, accuracy, cost-per-unit, and overall customer experience
Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve speed, agility, and process stability
Own operational budget for labor, materials, supplies, special projects, and light manufacturing activities
Track and deliver on cost-per-unit, productivity goals, quality performance, labor efficiency, and build-throughput
Support capital projects including equipment, layout changes, and facility upgrades
Provide weekly and monthly operational reporting to the VP Operations with clear insights, trends, and recommendations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field
10+ years of leadership experience in distribution, assembly, or mixed manufacturing environments
Experience managing leaders (Managers, Supervisors) in high-volume operations
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in operational metrics, labor models, and system-based planning
Demonstrated experience scaling operations through peak season, promotional cycles, or project-driven work
Strong communication, influencing, and change-management capability
Preferred
Experience in retail promotional build, kitting, assembly, or customization environments
Lean, Six Sigma, or CI certification
Experience with WMS/LMS systems, ERP, and production workflow tools
Background leading mixed-mode operations (distribution + assembly under one structure)
Company
Milwaukee Tool
Milwaukee Tool manufactures electric power tools and accessories.
5001-10000 employees
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