JTS · 1 week ago
Director of Operations
Caldwell, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expJTS is seeking a Director of Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership for their manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for ensuring that operations are safe, efficient, and aligned with company objectives, while also promoting a strong culture of operational excellence.
Industrial ManufacturingManufacturingService IndustrySmall and Medium Businesses
Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational leadership across all manufacturing operations, including fabrication, assembly, logistics, maintenance, and safety
Establish and execute operational strategies that align with company goals for growth, customer satisfaction, quality, and cost performance
Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards
Oversee production planning, capacity management, and resource allocation to consistently meet delivery commitments and customer expectations
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations, leveraging lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase productivity
Own and manage operational KPIs (on-time delivery, safety, quality, labor efficiency, cost, etc.), providing clear reporting and insights to executive leadership
Lead and develop plant leadership, including Plant Managers and/or Supervisors, ensuring strong succession planning and leadership capability
Partner with HR to recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce while fostering engagement, accountability, and inclusion
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve operational challenges, support new product introductions, and execute custom-engineered solutions
Develop and manage operational budgets, capital planning, and cost controls, including labor, equipment, and facility investments
Support scalability and operational readiness for future growth, including systems, processes, and organizational design
Perform other duties as assigned
Direct oversight of Production Managers, Production Supervisors, and operational leaders
Responsible for hiring, performance management, coaching, leadership development, and succession planning within operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years in senior operations or plant leadership roles
Proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement methodologies, and ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 a plus)
Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, organizational, and communication skills
Preferred
Experience in custom manufacturing, metal fabrication, or enclosure production strongly preferred
Company
JTS
JTS, a Mission Critical Group Company, is a proud American industrial manufacturer specializing in the areas of Power Packaging and Power Distribution.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-10Acquired
Leadership Team
Ben Faux
Chief Financial Officer - VP of Accounting and Finance
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