Multi-Site Manufacturing Operations Director

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions seeks a Director of Operations to lead a multi-site manufacturing operation. This hands-on leadership role drives excellence, develops high-performing teams, improves productivity, and ensures quality products reach customers.

You will oversee day-to-day manufacturing across departments, manage budgets and metrics, mentor leaders, and partner with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives and customer requirements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of manufacturing experience, including 5+ years in an operations leadership role.
• Background in capital equipment, automation, or complex manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Technical aptitude with the ability to lead in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing and operational activities across multiple departments.
• Drive operational performance, efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and operational metrics.
• Develop and mentor leaders while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and customer requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity and profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Budgeting

Process improvement

Manufacturing experience

Automation experience

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions seeks a Director of Operations to lead a multi-site manufacturing operation. This hands-on leadership role drives excellence, develops high-performing teams, improves productivity, and ensures quality products reach customers.

You will oversee day-to-day manufacturing across departments, manage budgets and metrics, mentor leaders, and partner with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives and customer requirements in a fast-paced environment.