Director of Operations

Allied Staff Augmentation Partners, Inc. ( ASAP, Inc. ); Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Staff Augmentation Partners, Inc. ( ASAP, Inc.) is seeking an accomplished operations leader to drive strategy and execution for a steam turbine repair services business unit in Georgia.

You will partner across engineering, supply chain, finance, and safety to meet demand, ensure quality, and scale profitability. The role emphasizes safety culture, performance, and employee engagement, with executive reporting on KPIs and capital improvements to expand capacity.

Qualifications

• Experience leading operations in manufacturing/repair services.
• Strong ability to translate strategy into actionable plans.
• Proven track record of driving safety, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute short- and long-term operational strategies for steam turbine repair capabilities.
• Establish, track, and optimize KPIs to improve efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Oversee annual operating budget and align resources with forecasted volumes and goals.
• Collaborate with Engineering to meet OEM standards and customer quality requirements.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Finance for cost control and scalability.
• Partner with Safety and HR to build a safety-first, high-performing culture.
• Provide executive-level reporting on performance, KPIs, and strategic initiatives.
• Lead capital improvement plans to enhance repair capabilities, tooling, and capacity.
• Develop workforce programs for ongoing readiness and skills development.
• Support Commercial and Sales with technical input and service strategy insights.
• Ensure operations comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy execution

KPIs & metrics

Budgeting

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety culture

Executive reporting

Job description

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this mission-critical role is responsible for leading operational strategy and execution to support the growth of a best-in-class steam turbine repair services business unit. This individual will collaborate cross-functionally to meet customer demand, ensure high-quality repair standards, and drive operational excellence. The role requires strong leadership to foster a culture centered on safety, performance, and employee engagement, while achieving profitability and long-term growth objectives.

Position Scope & Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development and execution of short- and long-term business strategies to expand steam turbine repair capabilities and market presence.
• Establish, track, and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery across repair operations.
• Manage and oversee the annual operating budget, aligning resources with forecasted repair volumes and business goals.
• Partner with Engineering teams to ensure repair processes meet technical specifications, OEM standards, and customer quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Finance to ensure efficient material flow, cost control, and operational scalability.
• Work closely with Safety and Human Resources to build and sustain a high-performing workforce culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead and deliver executive-level reporting on operational performance, KPIs, and strategic initiatives.
• Develop and implement capital improvement plans to enhance repair capabilities, tooling, and facility capacity to support future growth.
• Establish workforce development initiatives, including training and skills development programs, to ensure long-term operational readiness.
• Support Commercial and Sales teams by providing technical expertise, participating in customer engagements, and helping shape service offerings and market strategies.
• Ensure all operations are conducted in compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.