Operations Director

ARSAN International Consulting Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an Operations Director in Chicago to oversee manufacturing, supply chain, and quality processes across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in operational performance improvement, strategic planning, and team leadership, working to ensure compliance with regulations and enhance customer satisfaction. This role demands a hands-on leader committed to driving cost reductions and achieving plant performance goals.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 5 years of people management experience with proven success.
• Familiarity with local and federal governmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manufacturing plans to maintain high operational standards.
• Manage inventory and procurement processes with partners.
• Establish and exceed key performance metrics.

Skills

Operational performance improvement

Team leadership and management

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Cost reduction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations

Master's or MBA

Job description

Our world-class client is searching for an Operations Director is a critical role responsible for overseeing manufacturing, supply chain, and quality processes across multiple locations (overseeing 3 plants totaling a revenue of $200M).

The future leader will drive cost reductions, ensure on-time delivery, maintain safety standards, enhance customer satisfaction, improve employee relations, and achieve plant performance goals. This role requires ensuring the delivery of high-quality products in quantities that meet sales demand while maintaining profitability in line with company objectives. Reporting to VPGM.

Main Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations; Master's or
  MBA preferred.
• 12+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of improving operational performance and achieving business results.
• Minimum of 5 years of people management experience with demonstrated success.
• Familiarity with local and federal governmental regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Ability to travel domestically (25%).
• Strategic: Develop and execute long-term strategic plans. Lead and motivate teams across multiple locations.
• Efficient: Optimize procurement and inventory control processes.
• Enhance productivity and reduce operational costs. Implement capital investment and improvement projects.
• Foster employee growth through coaching and mentoring. Build and manage a diverse, high-performing team.
• Ensure operations comply with local and federal regulations. Maintain a safe work environment and manage workplace hazards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement robust manufacturing plans to maintain high standards of operations, ensuring product conformity to quality standards.
• Manage division's inventory and procurement processes with third-party and intercompany partners.
• Establish and exceed key performance metrics to meet KPI targets.
• Oversee inventory management based on predetermined fulfillment rates and principles.
• Ensure compliance with capital investments, improvement projects, and operational CAPEX projects.
• Collaborate with regional and global manufacturing and sourcing functions to deliver efficient and effective supply chain and distribution solutions.
• Identify and implement productivity improvements to reduce costs, scrap, and rework.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and company standards.
• Provide leadership in employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team talent to build a high-performing, diverse organization.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. They prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.