Director of Operations

Director of Operations - Elkhart, IN

This organization is a manufacturer and retailer who is truly passionate about their craft. They have experienced significant growth over the past several years through strategic mergers and acquisitions and have more exciting opportunities on the horizon. They are looking for a hands-on Director of Operations with extensive people leadership and operations experience who is comfortable managing and working alongside individuals across all levels of the business, from the shop floor to the C-suite and everywhere in between. They are committed to a positive, inclusive environment and continuing to think outside the box as their organization grows and changes. They are seeking candidates local to Elkhart, IN who are comfortable with a full-time onsite commitment.

General responsibilities will include:

• Oversee business performance and operations at assigned location.
• Lead various departments, including Safety, Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Procurement.
• Develop strategies to enhance safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and employee engagement.
• Manage capital requirements and facility maintenance.
• Take ownership of facility financial performance.

More specifically:

• Lead manufacturing teams to ensure consistent adherence to production schedules.
• Define staffing structures to optimize on-time delivery, quality, and cost efficiencies.
• Coordinate across departments to resolve production issues swiftly.
• Control costs and drive profitability through strategic initiatives.
• Develop and execute production schedules in partnership with Manufacturing Managers.
• Serve as Emergency Coordinator, ensuring preparedness and response readiness.
• Maintain a strong safety culture with a focus on incident prevention.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years in manufacturing/operations management roles.
• Experience in Lean manufacturing implementation.
  
  
• Note that the role requires periods of sedentary deskwork as well as periods of work on the production floor.