Director of Operations

Management Recruiters Of Tallahassee

Job Location:

Des Moines, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Director of Operations Multi-Site Manufacturing

Retained Search Midwest Southeast Precision / CNC / Custom Manufacturing

A privately held growth-focused manufacturer is seeking a hands-on people-first Director of Operations to lead design and production across two U.S. facilities. This is a critical high-impact role overseeing the full lifecycle of custom complex manufacturing operationsdesign scheduling purchasing CNC machining assembly sampling and shipping/receiving.

Were looking for a builder. Someone who develops strong teams drives continuous improvement and elevates performance across every function they touch.

What Youll Lead

Set the operational strategyshort-term execution long-term planning
Ensure high-quality efficient safe manufacturing operations
Manage budgets staffing levels materials and overall productivity
Lead and mentor departmental managers; build a culture of accountability
Teach and deploy Lean tools at all levels
Reduce scrap improve throughput and optimize flow
Spearhead major projects: plant layouts capital equipment installations and process transformations
Act as the bridge between leadership teams and the manufacturing floor

What You Bring

A people-centered leadership style that builds trust and performance
10 years in manufacturing operations; proven results driving improvements
5 years leading a large segment or full plant operation
Strong Lean expertise and enterprise-level process improvement experience
Solid technical foundation; CNC knowledge strongly preferred
Excellent communicator problem-solver and decision-maker

Role Details

Full-time multi-site leadership role
Travel up to 25%
Mix of office hands-on floor presence
Competitive compensation package

Ideal Background

BA/BS in Industrial Mechanical Business or related technical field
Experience in custom or contract manufacturing
Comfortable leading both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations

Required Experience:

Director

Director of Operations Multi-Site ManufacturingRetained Search Midwest Southeast Precision / CNC / Custom ManufacturingA privately held growth-focused manufacturer is seeking a hands-on people-first Director of Operations to lead design and production across two U.S. facilities. This is a critic...