Director of Operations
ITech Consulting Partners - Rockford, IL
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u003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eJob Summary:u003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003cpu003eThe Director of Operations will lead and oversee the daily operations of a manufacturing facility with 200+ employees. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of production, logistics, safety, and overall operational performance. The Director of Operations will work closely with department managers to ensure operational efficiency, high product quality, and alignment with corporate goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive experience in manufacturing operations, and a proven track record of driving process improvements.u003c/pu003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eKey Responsibilities:u003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eOversee all manufacturing operations, including production planning, quality control, supply chain management, and maintenance.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDevelop and implement strategies to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eCollaborate with senior leadership to set goals and create long-term plans for production and facility growth.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eManage and lead a team of department heads, supervisors, and production staff to ensure alignment with organizational goals and production targets.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eEnsure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and maintain a strong culture of safety across the facility.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eMonitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and make data-driven decisions to improve production performance.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eImplement continuous improvement initiatives, lean manufacturing techniques, and other best practices to streamline operations.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDrive accountability and foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eOversee budget management and resource allocation to achieve financial objectives.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eLiaise with suppliers, vendors, and external partners to ensure the timely delivery of materials and services.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eProvide leadership in troubleshooting and resolving operational issues that may arise.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eLead and support talent development and succession planning to ensure the facility has strong leadership at all levels.u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eQualifications:u003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cli style= 'list-style-type: none; 'u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eBachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).u003c/liu003eu003cliu003e10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eProven experience managing large teams (200+ employees) and complex operations.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eStrong knowledge of production processes, supply chain management, and lean manufacturing principles.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eExperience with budget planning, cost control, and financial analysis.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eExcellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003e ', 'location ': 'Rockford, IL ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'notspecified ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'IL07-2738418
Created: 2024-09-13