Director of Operations

Top Quality Recruitment (TQR); Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Director of Operations to manage plant operations in the Denver area. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, leading a diverse team, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of management experience in a manufacturing setting. This role is crucial for maintaining operational excellence and team motivation.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in management of a manufacturing facility is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management of plant operations, transportation, and customer service.
• Lead a diverse team of managers and hourly workers.
• Plan and oversee plant projects and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory policies.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Team motivation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Director of Operations will oversee operations located outside of the Denver, Colorado area. The facility operates three shifts, five days per week, Monday through Friday. The Director of Operations will report to the regional Vice President.

Key Activities

• Provide overall hands‑on management of plant operations, transportation, and customer service.
• Serving as a positive and motivating leader of a diverse team of up to 4 managers and 25 hourly workers.
• Establishing and sustaining preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Planning and oversight of plant projects and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory policies and permits.
• Provide weekly and monthly production and financial reporting as required.

Preferred Skills

• You must also possess excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate a team of employees.

Educations & Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in management of a manufacturing facility is required.
• A bachelor’s degree is a plus.

TQR is an equal‑opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest and appreciate the time and effort involved; however, due to the large volume of resumes received only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please attach your resume to your application.

Job ID: 7587