Director of Operations – Advanced Manufacturing

Parcc Associates; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Parcc Associates partners with a globally recognized manufacturing organization to recruit a Director of Operations for a technically sophisticated plant in the greater Raleigh-Durham area.

The role is hands-on and focused on developing high-performing teams, driving productivity, quality, and on-time delivery while improving profitability and overall plant performance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience.
• At least five years in manufacturing leadership.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering, production planning, BOMs, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Proven experience implementing Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing manufacturing budgets, productivity improvements, quality systems, and operational performance.
• Ability to work onsite in the greater Raleigh-Durham area.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and hands-on leadership across manufacturing operations, production, quality, safety, maintenance, and facilities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop manufacturing managers, supervisors, engineers, and production teams.
• Drive improvements in productivity, on-time delivery, operational efficiency, manufacturing costs, and product quality.
• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies aligned with business objectives, customer requirements, and production demand.
• Oversee production planning, capacity utilization, resource allocation, and manufacturing scheduling.
• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to optimize manufacturing processes and support new product introductions.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems, BOMs, manufacturing data, and performance metrics to strengthen production execution.
• Champion Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, root-cause analysis, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Manage operating budgets, manufacturing expenditures, and capital improvement projects.
• Establish performance expectations and develop a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Lean manufacturing

Production planning

ERP/MRP systems

Quality systems

Budget management

Cross-functional leadership

ISO 9001

Engineering knowledge

Onsite work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Business

MBA or advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Parcc Associates is partnering with an established, globally recognized manufacturing organization seeking an experienced Director of Operations to lead a technically sophisticated manufacturing operation in the greater Raleigh-Durham area.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys developing high-performing teams, and has a proven history of improving operational efficiency, product quality, profitability, and overall plant performance.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of manufacturing operations leadership, technical expertise, Lean manufacturing, production planning, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and hands-on leadership across manufacturing operations, production, quality, safety, maintenance, and facilities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop manufacturing managers, supervisors, engineers, and production teams.
• Drive improvements in productivity, on-time delivery, operational efficiency, manufacturing costs, and product quality.
• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies aligned with business objectives, customer requirements, and production demand.
• Oversee production planning, capacity utilization, resource allocation, and manufacturing scheduling.
• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to optimize manufacturing processes and support new product introductions.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems, Bills of Materials (BOMs), manufacturing data, and performance metrics to strengthen production execution.
• Champion Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, root-cause analysis, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and established quality management systems, including ISO 9001.
• Manage operating budgets, manufacturing expenditures, and capital improvement projects.
• Establish performance expectations and develop a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including at least five years in manufacturing leadership.
• Demonstrated success managing manufacturing operations, production teams, and cross-functional departments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering, production planning, BOMs, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Proven experience implementing Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing manufacturing budgets, productivity improvements, quality systems, and operational performance.
• Strong leadership, organizational development, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite in the greater Raleigh-Durham area.

Highly Preferred:

• Experience in electrical, electronics, electromechanical, precision manufacturing, industrial equipment, instrumentation, or other technically engineered manufacturing environments.
• Experience in high-mix manufacturing operations and complex assembly processes.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Demonstrated experience improving production throughput, inventory management, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Background supporting new product introductions and manufacturing process development.
• MBA or advanced technical degree.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Leadership & Impact: Take ownership of a manufacturing operation with opportunities to influence long-term performance and organizational success.
• Established Organization: Join a respected manufacturing business with an international presence and a strong commitment to operational excellence.
• Technical Manufacturing: Lead an operation where engineering, quality, innovation, and manufacturing performance are critical to business success.
• Professional Growth: Make a meaningful impact through leadership development, process improvements, and strategic operational initiatives.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced technical and business leaders focused on continuous improvement and long-term growth.

Interested?

If you're an accomplished manufacturing executive with a passion for operational excellence, technical manufacturing, and developing high-performing teams, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.