Director of Operations

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Director of Operations to lead all manufacturing and operational activities within our LA Darling facility. This strategic leadership role is responsible for driving safety quality delivery productivity profitability and employee engagement while supporting business growth and customer satisfaction.

As a key member of the leadership team you will oversee manufacturing planning logistics maintenance and operational excellence initiatives while partnering closely with Engineering Quality Supply Chain Finance Human Resources and Sales to achieve site and company objectives.

What Youll Do

• Lead all manufacturing and operational functions to ensure safe efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Develop and execute operational strategies that support business growth profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Drive improvements in safety quality productivity delivery performance and operational efficiency.
• Lead production planning scheduling inventory management logistics and material flow to meet customer demand.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure accountability for operational results.
• Lead budgeting cost control capital investments and productivity improvement efforts.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering Quality Supply Chain Finance HR and Sales to resolve challenges and achieve business goals.
• Build develop and coach a high-performing operations leadership team.
• Ensure compliance with all safety environmental and regulatory requirements.

What Were Looking For

Education

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Operations Management Supply Chain Business or a related field required.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• 10 years of progressive manufacturing or operations leadership experience.
• 5 years leading leaders and multiple operational functions in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven success driving improvements in safety quality delivery productivity and cost performance.
• Experience leading strategic planning budgeting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence business outcomes.

Skills & Expertise

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations production planning inventory management logistics and maintenance.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement programs.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and operational performance metrics.
• Expertise in KPI management root cause analysis and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience with ERP and manufacturing planning systems.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on a growing manufacturing organization. Youll play a key role in shaping operational strategy developing talent driving continuous improvement and delivering results that support long-term business success.

Ready to lead operational excellence and drive business performance Wed love to hear from you.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.