Job Description

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions is partnering on a Director of Operations with a fantastic partner client!

Be a driving force behind operational excellence and scalable growth.

A leading manufacturer of engineered dehumidification and indoor climate control solutions is seeking an accomplished Director of Operations to lead a dynamic manufacturing and operations team through its next phase of strategic growth.

In this high-impact leadership role, you will oversee all production-related functions, including Production, Production Control & Purchasing, Scheduling, Testing, Shipping/Receiving, and Warehousing. Reporting directly to the President, you will shape operational strategy, improve efficiencies, and develop high-performing teams. Direct reports include the Plant Manager, Production Control Manager, and Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

What You’ll Do:

• Champion a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture aligned with organizational values.
• Lead employee engagement and cultural transformation initiatives across operations.
• Drive lean manufacturing practices (Kaizen, 5S, VSM) to increase throughput, reduce waste, and improve schedule attainment.
• Direct and improve production scheduling, material planning, capacity balancing, and on-time delivery.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with Engineering, Finance, and Sales to support business objectives and new product launches.
• Oversee procurement, inventory control, and vendor management strategies with a focus on quality, cost, and lead time.
• Coach and develop a strong leadership bench, ensuring succession planning and skill advancement across the operations team.
• Contribute to facility growth initiatives, capital planning, and adoption of new technologies.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering highly preferred ; other Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business degrees considered (MBA a plus).
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, production, or supply chain—preferably in a high-mix or engineered-to-order environment.
• Demonstrated success leading cultural and operational change with measurable outcomes.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing, ERP systems (Epicor preferred), and production scheduling best practices.
• A collaborative, transparent leadership style with a strategic mindset and strong execution skills.

Why This Role?

This is more than an operational leadership position—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of a growing, innovative manufacturing organization. You’ll join a values-driven team that prioritizes continuous improvement, technical excellence, and people development. With a direct line to senior leadership, you’ll help steer key decisions that fuel long-term success.

Ready to lead transformation in a technically complex, customer-focused environment?

Submit your resume today and take the next step in your leadership journey.

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