Senior Director Factory Operations

As an S&C Electric team member youll work on projects that have real-world impact. Youll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer more reliable and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. Were big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrows energy challenges and become an employee-owner

Hours

• 8:00 am 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On-Site

Compensation

At S&C we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $205843 - $272739.06. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors including performance knowledge job-related skills and experience and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&Cs annual incentive plan (AIP) subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as Senior Director-Factory Operations!

Are you passionate aboutProduction Operations S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Production department. As Senior Director-Factory Operationsyoull be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.

The Director/Senior Director of Factory Operations will lead the launch ramp-up and ongoing management of a new 200000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility. This executive will oversee all aspects of factory setup operational readiness and long-term performance ensuring the site meets production quality safety cost and workforce engagement goals. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in greenfield factory launches multi-disciplinary operational leadership and the ability to align executives cross-functional teams and the broader workforce around a shared vision.

This role requires a strategic hands-on leader with a proven track record of building high-performing operations from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities:

Factory Setup and Operational Launch

• Lead end-to-end planning construction coordination and commissioning of a 200000 sq. ft. or larger manufacturing facility.
• Oversee layout design equipment selection installation and validation to ensure optimal material flow and production efficiency.
• Develop and execute factory startup plans including staffing training safety programs and operational readiness milestones.
• Establish scalable systems processes and KPIs to support long-term operational excellence.

Operations Leadership

• Direct daily operations across manufacturing engineering quality materials warehouse and maintenance functions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput quality cost efficiency and safety performance.
• Ensure alignment with corporate objectives and maintain clear proactive communication with executive leadership.
• Build and lead a high-performing leadership team capable of supporting rapid growth and operational complexity.

Facilities Compliance and Regulatory Oversight

• Oversee facilities management including utilities infrastructure maintenance programs and site services.
• Ensure compliance with zoning requirements environmental regulations permitting and all applicable federal state and local laws.
• Partner with legal environmental and government affairs teams to maintain a compliant and risk-mitigated operation.

People Leadership and Workforce Engagement

• Partner with HR on workforce planning hiring training and development for a large diverse manufacturing team.
• Partner with HR to manage labor relations employee engagement performance management and organizational development.
• Foster a culture of accountability safety collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a visible motivating leader who inspires teams at all levels.

Financial & Budget Management

• Develop and manage annual operating budgets capital expenditure plans and cost-control strategies.
• Monitor financial performance identify variances and implement corrective actions to meet cost productivity and efficiency targets.
• Lead long-range planning for capacity expansion capital investments and operational scaling.

Compliance

• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.

What youll Need To Succeed:

Required

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Operations Management Industrial Management or related field.
• 10-15 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience including direct responsibility for launching and managing large-scale (>200000 sq. ft.) factory operations.
• Demonstrated success in greenfield site development factory startup and full-cycle operational leadership.
• Strong expertise in manufacturing engineering production planning quality engineering systems materials management and supply chain warehouse operations facilities management environmental (zoning and regulatory compliance) labor management and human resources partnership.
• Proven ability to lead large teams and develop strong leadership benches.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to keep executives aligned informed and engaged.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a track record of driving measurable improvements.
• Experience managing multimillion-dollar budgets and capital projects.

Preferred

• Masters Degree in Engineering Operations Management Industrial Management or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Sitting

Frequently required to remain in a stationary position and perform desk-based tasks.

Walking

Frequently required to walk moderate distances across the S&C campus.

Manual Dexterity

Occasionally required to use hand-eye coordination to control both hands and arms for a full range of motion to operate office productivity equipment.

Ascending / Descending

Occasionally ascending or descending stairs.

Observation / Eyesight

Occasionally required to observe details at close range including depth perception peripheral vision and the ability to differentiate between colors.

Communication

Continuously required to talk and hear or otherwise effectively communicate in person and by phone/conference calls.

Travel

Occasionally required to travel and work extended hours when necessary. Required to travel overnight. Required to travel internationally.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application please email us at.

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