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Confidential Jobs · 1 day ago

Director of Operations

Ann Arbor, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$150K/yr - $225K/yr

5+ years exp

Confidential Jobs is seeking a Director of Operations who will be responsible for the overall operational performance and financial management of manufacturing plants in North America. This role involves coaching leadership teams, developing operational plans, monitoring performance metrics, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Computer Software

Responsibilities

Coach and collaborate with direct reports and Plant Managers to develop their leadership capabilities and build highly capable plant management teams

Maintain the business structure's cadence and focus on building strong, effective teams within that structure

Facilitate the development of annual operational and financial plans for each plant, including the critical prioritization of annual capital investments

Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly operational and financial performance (e.g., scrap, labor, inventory, freight). Drive the development and implementation of corrective actions and continuous improvement plans to neutralize risks and capitalize on opportunities

Partner with the Quality Director to maintain alignment on initiatives that exceed customer expectations (scorecards)

Lead the Manufacturing Engineering Manager to drive initiatives that substantially reduce scrap percentage of COGS

Work with the Regional Material Manager to ensure robust systems are functioning to control and reduce total inventory dollars

Collaborate on new product launch execution to ensure seamless planning and successful implementation at all plant levels

Establish continuous improvement and employee involvement culture and drive excellence into each facility

Establish and maintain a work environment where the Safety and Health of all employees is paramount, meeting or surpassing all regulatory requirements

Ensure full compliance with all QMS, EMS, and ISO procedures and standards

Qualification

Lean ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementOperations LeadershipManufacturing Environment ExperienceTechnical DegreeCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPresentation Skills