Director of Operations

IMETCO; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IMETCO is seeking aDirector of Operations to lead manufacturing across all sites, driving operational excellence, quality control, and on-time shipping. You will partner with Quality to meet customer and regulatory goals and build an empowered operations team.

The role emphasizes safety, process optimization, and KPI driven results, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, capital projects, and cross-functional collaboration. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Plant/Operations Management.
• Degree in Business Administration, Technical or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-site plant operations and coordinate across locations.
• Oversee Field Services Manager and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coach staff to meet KPI targets on safety, quality, service, and productivity.
• Maintain safe, healthy workplace and adherence to GMPs.
• Plan capital projects and manage plant budgets.
• Drive continuous improvement and optimize production capacity.

Skills

Leadership

GMP compliance

Safety management

Budgeting

Quality metrics

Project management

Communication

Team development

Operational planning

Travel readiness

Education

Business Admin or Technical degree

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Director of Operations will be responsible for manufacturing operations for all IMETCO site locations providing day-to-day leadership and management of production, manufacturing improvements, and execution of sitewide operational excellence initiatives. This position will work to improve quality and ensure products ship on time. This position will partner with Quality to ensure both site and customer quality goals are met. The Director of Operations will need to work with site plant managers to build an empowered operations team.

CORE& ESSENTIAL:

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and coordination for plant operations, including multi-site.
• Provide oversight and leadership to the Field Services Manager.
• Ensure all plant personnel are operating in compliance with plant and corporate procedures as well as compliance with customer and regulatory regulations.
• Provide coaching and development of plant staff to ensure effective leadership, collaboration, and balance in achieving KPI’s focused on safety, quality, customer service, and productivity.
• Assume personal responsibility for a safe and healthy workplace for all employees.
• Adhere to safe work practices and all safety policies and procedures.
• Adhere to Quality work practices, follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure that product quality is maintained Responsible for Safety and Quality of products; identify and address conditions or practices that may adversely affect quality or personnel safety.
• Plan and supervise the design and progress of capital projects.
• Develop and implement financial and non-financial objectives including the annual budget that serves as the plant's operating plan.
• Identify and implement strategies to improve performance, meeting, and exceeding plant Key Performance Indicators (KPl’s).
• Monitor and set standards for operations and help identify and correct bottlenecks. Increase production asset capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS& SKILLS:

Must possess 5+ years’ related experience and/or training in a Plant or Operations Management role. Possession of a post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Technical or equivalent is preferred. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered. Ability to read specifications, schematics, and manuals. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information to other employees of the organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g., constant use of protective gear). Analytical skills and attention to detail. Teamwork and good communication skills. Able to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers. Work effectively to meet or exceed productivity goals. Must work effectively with diverse types of people. Must possess verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work overtime and flexible schedule/shifts. Maintains a positive attitude and contributes to a positive work environment. Experience operating a dolly, shrink-wrap machine, pallet jack, forklift, and other equipment. Must be results-orientated and able to work both independently and within a team environment. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience with using Microsoft Office Suite applications and ERP systems. Driving is a requirement for this position. Therefore, you must have the ability to travel domestically via operating a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver license and driving record which is acceptable to our insurance provider. Must have a vehicle in good working condition and ensure it meets all safety, insurance, and legal requirements. The ability to travel by plane and/or overnight travel may also be required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, protected veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable law.