Growth-Focused Director of Operations, Manufacturing

MP RPO; Needham Corner (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

MP RPO invites an experienced Director of Operations to lead manufacturing operations for a growing, high-mix, high-reliability environment. Manage multiple functions and a 53,000-square-foot facility to drive growth and ensure on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, team development, Lean initiatives, ERP optimization (Epicor), and data‑driven decision making. On-site at Peabody, MA, the candidate should have 10+ years in similar roles and a Bachelor’s in

Qualifications

• 10+ years of manufacturing operations leadership experience in high‑mix, low‑volume environments.
• Proven ability to lead managers and cross‑functional teams.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Strong KPI, dashboards, and data‑driven decision making.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• Knowledge of ERP; Epicor is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across manufacturing operations, engineering, planning, purchasing, materials management, and facilities.
• Lead and develop a team of managers, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Improve production planning, scheduling, capacity management, and on‑time delivery performance.
• Drive operational efficiency through Lean principles, process improvements, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Sales, Finance, and HR to support business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee manufacturing operations including machining, welding, assembly, testing, cleanroom production, and related support functions.
• Strengthen ERP utilization, operational dashboards, reporting, and process automation.
• Champion employee development through coaching, succession planning, and cross‑training initiatives.
• Provide strategic oversight of a 53,000-square‑foot manufacturing facility, ensuring equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and facility maintenance.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Lean manufacturing

ERP systems

Operations analytics

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations/Business

Tools

Epicor ERP

Excel

Job description

MP RPO invites an experienced Director of Operations to lead manufacturing operations for a growing, high-mix, high-reliability environment. Manage multiple functions and a 53,000-square-foot facility to drive growth and ensure on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, team development, Lean initiatives, ERP optimization (Epicor), and data‑driven decision making. On-site at Peabody, MA, the candidate should have 10+ years in similar roles and a Bachelor’s in