Director of Operations: Lean, Quality & Growth

Hanger Inc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401k Savings and Retirement Plan

Relocation Assistance

Flexible Work Schedules and Part-time/

8 Paid National Holidays & 4 Floating

PTO with Vacation and Sick time

Job summary

Fillauer, a global leader in orthotic and prosthetic innovation, seeks a Director of Operations to lead Chattanooga manufacturing, machine shop, assembly, and facilities. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while building a high-performing team and partnering with Engineering, Product Development, Supply Chain, and Finance to align production with business goals.

You will coach leaders, implement Lean and continuous improvement, manage budgets and capital investments,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience leading managers and multi-functional operations teams.
• Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for Chattanooga manufacturing operations, including Machine Shop, Assembly, and other Production Support functions.
• Execute operational plans that contribute to business growth, customer satisfaction, quality objectives, and cost performance.
• Lead daily, weekly, and monthly operating reviews to monitor performance, identify risks, and drive accountability.
• Ensure achievement of key performance indicators related to safety, quality, productivity, on-time delivery, inventory, and cost performance.
• Drive operational excellence initiatives that improve throughput, reduce waste, increase efficiency, and optimize resource utilization.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Fillauer, a global leader in orthotic and prosthetic innovation, seeks a Director of Operations to lead Chattanooga manufacturing, machine shop, assembly, and facilities. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while building a high-performing team and partnering with Engineering, Product Development, Supply Chain, and Finance to align production with business goals.

You will coach leaders, implement Lean and continuous improvement, manage budgets and capital investments,