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LHH · 6 hours ago

Director of Operations

LHH is seeking a Director of Operations to oversee all manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient production flow and high-performance results. The role involves driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering collaboration among various functional managers.
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Kerissa Storms-Schartner
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Responsibilities

Lead daily operations across all manufacturing departments, ensuring seamless production flow and alignment across teams
Oversee and optimize plant KPIs, including output, quality, safety, on‑time delivery, and operational efficiency
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using data‑driven methodologies and modern manufacturing technologies
Partner with all facility managers—including Production, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Maintenance—to ensure cross‑functional collaboration and performance
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational discipline at every level
Develop strategic and tactical plans to support long‑term company goals, capacity planning, and organizational growth
Ensure compliance with all industry, safety, and quality regulations
Serve as a visible, hands‑on leader on the production floor to monitor progress, identify bottlenecks, and support teams
Mentor and develop high‑performing supervisory and management staff

Qualification

Operations ManagementManufacturing LeadershipKPI ManagementContinuous ImprovementEngineering DegreeProduction WorkflowsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsDecision-Making Skills

Required

8–10+ years of stable career tenure in Operations, Manufacturing Leadership, or Plant Management roles
Bachelor's degree required; Engineering degree strongly preferred (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, etc.)
Must come from a manufacturing environment with proven success overseeing plant operations
Demonstrated success managing operational KPIs, production workflows, and cross-functional activities
Strong ability to connect with people at all levels—leaders, managers, supervisors, and frontline associates
Hands-on leadership style with the ability to be present on the production floor
Proven experience driving consistency, operational structure, and continuous improvement throughout a facility
Excellent communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills

Preferred

Highly stable career trajectory (no short hops)
Technically strong with an engineering mindset
Relational, approachable, and a natural connector
Thrives in a structured, disciplined, and performance-driven environment
Passionate about process optimization and modern manufacturing technology
Leads with integrity, accountability, and a team-first approach

Company

At LHH, we believe work should be meaningful, fulfilling, and connected.

H1B Sponsorship

LHH has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (2)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
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Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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