Director of Operations Engineering

TAPCO (Traffic and Parking Control Co., LLC); Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Plan 10 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Personal Time

Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with

401K Plan with Employer Match (fully v

Job summary

TAPCO, a company focused on safer roads and communities, seeks a Director of Operations Engineering. Lead the ME and Applications Engineering teams from quote to production release, driving cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

You will own policies and procedures to improve quality and efficiency in a low volume, high mix environment. The role requires ownership of projects to meet business schedules and budgets, with a focus on engineering leadership and manufacturing

Qualifications

• Lead a team of Industrial Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop policies and procedures to improve quality and efficiency in a low volume, high mix environment.
• Apply Lean manufacturing techniques and data-driven decision making to deliver projects on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineers.
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks to improve throughput and revenue growth.
• Develop labor standards, routing structures, and production time estimates.

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

If you are looking to be part of a company focused on making our roads and communities safer, apply to join our team of talented individuals today! Please note - The pay rate will be based on experience.

What TAPCO has to offer you

• Bonus Plan 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Personal Time
• Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period
• 401K Plan with Employer Match (fully vested on day one)
• Company-Funded Short-Term Disability Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Quarterly Company Events and Lunches
• Have a say in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee

What you will accomplish as the Director of Operations Engineering at TAPCO

The Director of Operations Engineering leads a Manufacturing Engineering (ME) and Applications Engineering team (Engineer to Order quote to production release). This position works on cross-functional teams, leading or as a member, to drive continuous improvement efforts and works as a change agent initiating and managing projects to improve methods, equipment and product development projects. This position is accountable for developing production and engineering policies, practices and procedures to improve quality and efficiency in a low volume, high mix of signage and warning systems assembly operation. This position plays an ownership role in ensuring projects meet business, Schedule And Budget Objectives.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Industrial Engineering Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Industrial Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers. Establish departmental goals, priorities, and project portfolios aligned with business objectives. Create a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and data-driven decision-making. Manage engineering resources and project prioritization to maximize operational impact.

Productivity and Throughput Improvement

Identify and eliminate manufacturing bottlenecks that constrain throughput and revenue growth. Lead initiatives to improve labor productivity, equipment utilization, and workflow efficiency. Develop and maintain labor standards, routing structures, and production time estimates. Analyze production performance and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency. Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives including waste elimination, flow improvement, visual management, and standard work.

Capacity Planning and Operational Strategy

Develop manufacturing capacity models and labor forecasting tools. Partner with Operations and Planning to understand future demand requirements and capacity constraints. Evaluate make-versus-buy opportunities, staffing requirements, and capital investment needs. Support strategic growth planning through facility, equipment, and labor capacity assessments.

Process Improvement and Manufacturing Optimization

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Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.