Director of Operations - Metal and Tin Packaging

Direct Recruiters, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 94,500 - 115,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Director of Operations in the metal and tin packaging industry. This role involves leading daily operations and managing production while driving continuous improvement. Candidates must have proven experience in this field. Opportunity for operational autonomy and growth within the company is highlighted, along with benefits like medical insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Proven experience in metal and tin packaging operations.
• Strong engineering, lean, continuous improvement and production background.
• Experience with printing on metal is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations within the metals and tin packaging business.
• Drive engineering excellence, lean manufacturing practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage production to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency targets.

Skills

Leadership in operations

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Technical expertise in metals

Education

Experience in metal and tin packaging

Job description

Director of Operations - Metal and Tin Packaging

Director of Operations - Metal and Tin Packaging

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About the Company

Our client, a long-established leader in the metal and tin packaging industry, has retained us to identify a Director of Operations. This company is currently experiencing significant growth and making substantial investments in its operations. Known for giving proven leaders the autonomy to run their facilities, this company offers a rare opportunity to make a direct, measurable impact.

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on, on-the-floor Senior Operations Leader to take full ownership of the metals and tins business. This role is ideal for a technically strong, results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations within the metals and tin packaging business
• Drive engineering excellence, lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage production to achieve safety, quality and efficiency targets
• Collaborate with senior leadership to execute strategic growth plans
• Provide strong, visible floor leadership to inspire and develop teams

Qualifications

• Proven experience in metal and tin packaging operations (required)
• Strong engineering, lean, continuous improvement and production background
• Bonus: Experience with printing on metal
• Please note: Candidates from other packaging sectors will not be considered

Why Join Our Client?

• Opportunity to lead a key business unit with full operational autonomy
• Work in a company committed to growth, investment and operational excellence
• Join a leadership team that values technical expertise and empowers results

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Manufacturing, and General Business

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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