Operations Director

DIAMONDBACK AIRBOATS; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO with annual rollover

9 holidays and 1 floating holiday

Health insurance plans

401k with company match

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Diamondback Airboats, LLC seeks an Operations Director to lead and optimize performance across inventory, production, sales, purchasing, and customer service. The role partners with the COO to translate goals into priorities, establish KPIs, and develop scalable, lean processes.

You will drive cross-functional improvements, manage SOPs, and mentor department leaders while overseeing safety, budgets, and forecasts to support growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing teams in a manufacturing environment or similar.
• 5+ years overseeing multiple operational functions in manufacturing (inventory control, purchasing, sales, production, logistics, customer service).
• Experience developing and sustaining SOPs that improve efficiency.
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills with a proven ability to drive initiatives through completion.
• Proven ability to establish expectations, promote accountability, and influence outcomes across departments.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, QuickBooks and ERP systems.
• High school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor’s degree in business/operations/supply chain preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational performance across multiple departments including inventory control, purchasing, web sales management, customer service, and other operational areas.
• Provide cross-functional leadership of sales, production, and other functions.
• Translate company goals into operational priorities, objectives, and action plans with the owner and department leaders.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, review trends, and provide reporting and recommendations to leadership.
• Review financial statements and identify root causes to improve profitability.
• Contribute to annual forecasts and budgets; ensure adherence to approved processes.
• Oversee safety standards and enforce compliance across the workplace.
• Mentor department leaders to strengthen leadership and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

ERP systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business/operations/supply chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Operations Director

JOB SUMMARY

The Operations Director is responsible for leading and improving operational performance across multiple business functions, including inventory control, production oversight, sales, purchasing, web sales management, customer service, and other operational areas as needed. In partnership with the owner and department leaders, this role translates company objectives into clear operational priorities, measurable goals, and sustainable processes.

This position works closely with the COO to provide cross-functional leadership, establish standards and accountability, evaluate performance through key performance indicators, and drive initiatives that improve efficiency, accuracy, service, and consistency. The Operations Director is expected to identify operational risks and opportunities, lead practical improvements, and develop scalable systems that support the company’s growth while maintaining a lean and effective organization.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• 5 years or more of experience managing teams in a manufacturing environment or similar.
• 5 years or more of overseeing multiple operational functions in a manufacturing environment such as inventory control, purchasing, sales, production, logistics, customer service, or related activities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and sustain processes, policies, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that improves operational efficiency.
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills with a proven ability to drive initiatives through completion.
• Proven ability to establish clear expectations, promote accountability, and influence outcomes across departments.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and QuickBooks and Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) systems.
• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in business, operations, supply chain, or a related field preferred.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to analyze operational data and KPIs and translate findings into actionable improvements.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and purchasing processes.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, make sound decisions, and maintain follow-through.
• Ability to identify inefficiencies, assess root causes, and implement practical, sustainable solutions.
• Strong relationship-building skills with employees, department leaders, vendors, and other business partners.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and supporting organizational growth or operational scaling.

CORE DUTIES

• Lead operational performance across multiple departments, including inventory control, purchasing, web sales management, customer service, and other operational areas as needed.
• Perform cross functional leadership of sales, production and other functions assigned.
• Translate company goals into operational priorities, measurable objectives, and action plans in partnership with the owner and department leaders.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, review trends and performance gaps, and provide regular, meaningful reporting and recommendations to leadership.
• Review financial statements and investigate the root cause to determine solutions for improvement of profitability.
• Contribute to developing and monitoring annual forecasts and budgets.
• Set expectations for consistent execution of approved processes and procedures; address recurring gaps and reinforce accountability across departments.
• Oversee the enforcement of occupational, health and safety standards within the workplace.
• Mentor and develop department leaders to strengthen leadership capabilities, accountability, and decision-making.
• Oversee inventory control strategy and execution, including inventory accuracy, cycle counts, stock levels, replenishment, and the resolution of material discrepancies.
• Oversee purchasing processes and vendor coordination to support material availability, appropriate follow-up, and accurate purchasing records.
• Lead the development, implementation, documentation, and continuous improvement of SOPs and operational controls in coordination with relevant department leaders.
• Direct cross-functional operational improvement initiatives and partner with the Project Manager to establish ownership, milestones, communication, and timely completion.
• Identify bottlenecks, risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve productivity, accuracy, service, cost control, and use of company resources.
• Develop and implement scalable workflows and systems that support increased volume and business growth while maintaining a lean operating structure.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, cross-functional cooperation, ownership, and consistent execution.
• Work closely with other executives and shared staff departments to develop and implement cohesive company-wide processes and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

HOURS

• 1st shift position
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates that accept an offer of employment will be required to pass a background and drug screen.? Candidates must also meet ATF requirements for firearm possession.

BENEFITS:

• PTO with annual rollover; accrual beginning at 90 days
• 9 holidays and 1 floating holiday; and Veteran's Day paid double for employees whose DD214 is on file
• 4 traditional and 2 basic coverage health insurance plans to choose from
• Employer contribution monthly on healthcare plans
• Traditional and Roth 401k options with company match
• Company paid Life, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment insurance
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 access
• 2 dental insurance plans
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurances including: accident, cancer, critical illness, and hospital plans
• HSA and FSA options
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance options
• Employee discounts on company products

Diamondback America does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in providing services or employment opportunities and benefits.? All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.