Dir Operations

Textron; Cartersville (GA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, and related equipment.

The Director of Operations will lead end-to-end manufacturing operations, drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements, and oversee safety, quality, and cost management across the organization. This role involves capital planning, capacity expansion, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve on-time delivery and profitable growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead Operations strategy aligned with business objectives and ensure high-quality performance across the organization.
• Direct end-to-end GSE manufacturing operations with accountability for safety, quality, production, labor productivity, inventory, and cost.
• Develop and implement strategic operational initiatives to improve manufacturing efficiency, capacity, productivity, and delivery.
• Manage Capital Expenditure and Long-Range Planning supporting manufacturing ops, engineering, insourcing, and new product introductions.
• Drive manufacturing modernization via advanced technologies, process improvements, and best practices.
• Champion safety, compliance, and risk management across operations.
• Oversee budgeting, cost control, resource planning, and year-over-year cost savings initiatives.
• Lead vendor and contract management to optimize key service agreements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and growth.
• Foster talent development through performance management, engagement, training, and onboarding.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Engineering

Business

Supply Chain

Operations Management

Tools

SAP

Inventory Management System

ERP

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.

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
Job Posting: 08/27/2026, 1:49:27 PM
Job Number: 344718