Mesa Laboratories, Inc. · 8 hours ago
Director, Operations
Bozeman, MT
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$154K/yr - $193K/yr
10+ years expMesa Laboratories, Inc. is dedicated to enabling scientific breakthroughs and improving quality of life globally. The Director of Operations is responsible for overseeing the strategic, operational, and financial performance of the organization’s operations, driving efficiency and leading cross-functional teams to achieve the company’s objectives.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and execute operational strategies that align with company objectives and ensure sustainable growth and profitability
Lead day-to-day operations, ensuring processes and workflows are optimized for efficiency, quality, and compliance
Identify and implement best practices to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction
Establish long-term operational plans that support scalability and future business needs, including budgeting, resource allocation, and performance goals
Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement frameworks
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Build and maintain strong relationships with department heads, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of company strategies
Develop talent within the operations team through coaching, performance reviews, and career development initiatives
Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the team and broader organization
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational performance, providing regular reports to senior leadership and stakeholders
Oversee the development and management of performance dashboards, ensuring real-time visibility into operational metrics and performance trends
Ensure operational targets are met or exceeded, addressing any performance gaps and implementing corrective actions as needed
Conduct in-depth analysis of operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Develop and manage the operations budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently to meet operational goals
Monitor and control operational costs, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements
Collaborate with finance and other departments to ensure financial objectives are met and align with overall company goals
Collaborate closely with other departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Finance, IT, HR) to ensure seamless integration of operations with the broader business strategy
Act as the operations subject matter expert for internal stakeholders and provide guidance on process improvements, scalability, and operational best practices
Build relationships with external partners, vendors, and suppliers to ensure operational needs are met and business objectives are achieved
Ensure operational activities comply with relevant industry regulations, legal requirements, and internal policies
Identify operational risks and work proactively to mitigate them, including developing contingency plans for business continuity
Lead initiatives related to health, safety, and environmental compliance, ensuring that operational activities adhere to all applicable standards
Lead and manage organizational change initiatives to improve operational efficiency and adapt to evolving business conditions
Foster a culture of innovation within the operations team, encouraging the exploration of new technologies, tools, and processes that can enhance operational performance
Evaluate and adopt emerging trends in the industry to ensure the company’s operations remain competitive and forward-thinking
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 10-15 years of progressively responsible experience in operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Proven track record of managing large teams and cross-functional projects
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills
Deep knowledge of operational methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Agile
Certification in Six Sigma (Black Belt/Green Belt) is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable strategies
Strong financial management skills with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.), CRM tools, and business intelligence software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex ideas to senior executives and stakeholders
Benefits
Annual bonus opportunity of 22% based on company performance
Annual equity award of $30,000
Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options, Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
Company paid life insurance and AD&D
Flexible Time Off Policy
Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
Nine (9) paid company holidays per year
Company
Mesa Laboratories, Inc.
Mesa Labs helps you monitor and maintain higher standards in any environment – from the air we breathe to the critical moments of life-saving care.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2014-04-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Glenn Adriance
VP and Chief Sales & Marketing Officer
Kellie H. Kvan, JD, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Division Human Resources Business Partner Leader
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