Dir Operations

Textron Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Inc. is seeking a Director of Operations to lead end-to-end GSE manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and cost management while driving Lean improvements across the organization.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in manufacturing or operations management, with ERP/SAP experience and a strong Lean background. This is a full-time leadership position based in Georgia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations management.
• ERP experience including SAP and inventory management systems.
• Lean Manufacturing experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Operations strategy, aligning priorities with business objectives and ensuring reliable, high-quality operational performance across the organization.
• Direct end-to-end GSE manufacturing operations with accountability for safety, quality, production execution, labor productivity, inventory performance, and cost management.
• Develop and implement strategic operational initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, expand production capacity, drive Lean and Six Sigma improvements, improve productivity and quality, and support profitable growth while meeting delivery and cost objectives.
• Develop and execute Capital Expenditure and Long-Range Planning initiatives supporting manufacturing operations and new product introductions.
• Support manufacturing modernization through advanced technologies, process improvements, and best practices.
• Champion safety, compliance, and risk mitigation across operations and manufacturing functions.
• Manage financial performance through budgeting, cost control, and resource planning for year-over-year cost savings.
• Lead vendor and contract management to ensure performance and optimization of key service agreements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic business initiatives and organizational growth.
• Foster talent development through performance management and onboarding of new hires.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Lean thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

SAP

Inventory Management System

MS Office

Job description

Dir Operations

Description

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, professional turf-care equipment, and ground support equipment. Textron Specialized Vehicles markets products under several different brands. Its vehicles are found in environments ranging from golf courses to factories, airports to planned communities, and theme parks to hunting preserves.

Responsibilities

• Lead Operations strategy, aligning priorities with business objectives and ensuring reliable, high-quality operational performance across the organization.

• Direct end-to-end GSE manufacturing operations with full accountability for safety, quality, production execution, labor productivity, inventory performance, and cost management

• Develop and implement strategic operational initiatives that enhance manufacturing efficiency, expand production capacity, drive Lean and Six Sigma continuous improvements, improve productivity and quality, and support profitable growth while ensuring achievement of customer delivery, cost and business performance objectives.

• Develop and execute Capital Expenditure and Long-Range Planning initiatives supporting manufacturing operations, manufacturing engineering, insourcing strategies, and new product introductions.

• Support manufacturing modernization initiatives through the implementation of advanced technologies, process improvements, and operational best practices.

• Champion safety, compliance, and risk mitigation efforts across operations and manufacturing functions.

• Manage financial performance through budgeting, cost control, resource planning, and continuous improvement initiatives that deliver year-over-year cost savings.

• Lead vendor and contract management activities to ensure performance, accountability, and optimization of key operational service agreements.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic business initiatives, operational efficiency, and organizational growth.

• Foster talent development by supporting career path planning, management of performance objectives, engagement, training, and onboarding of new hires.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.

Years of Experience: 10 or more years in manufacturing or operations management required.

Software Knowledge: Microsoft Office Applications, (ERP) Enterprise Resource Planning experience required; SAP, Inventory Management System experience required.

Additional Requirements: Experience in Lean Manufacturing required.

AI Readiness

Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Specialized Vehicles
Primary Location: US-Georgia-Cartersville
Job Function: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Director
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift