Operations Director

RL People; Rochester (NH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A growing electronics manufacturing firm in Rochester, NH is seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and transform their facility. In this hands-on role, you will instill discipline, drive Lean initiatives, and establish standards for a team of 30. This is a unique chance to make a significant impact, enhance operational excellence, and develop a high-performing team in a high-tech environment, with a competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in electronics manufacturing or a related high-tech environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Hands-on, decisive leader thriving in transformation or turnaround environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing and ITAD operations, instilling discipline and structure.
• Implement core management routines like team kick-offs and KPI tracking.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve productivity.

Skills

Leadership in electronics manufacturing

Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

Coaching and team development

Operational accountability

Job description

Operations Director – Rochester, NH

Location: Rochester, New Hampshire
Industry: Electronics Manufacturing • IT Asset Disposition • Operations Leadership

Overview

A fast-growing electronics manufacturing and asset disposition company is seeking an Operations Director to lead and transform their facility in Rochester, NH. This hands‑on role is pivotal to the business, offering the opportunity to create structure, drive accountability, and deliver operational excellence at a site with a team of 30 employees.

What You’ll Do

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing and ITAD operations, instilling discipline, structure, and process.

• Implement core management routines including team kick-offs, KPI tracking, and performance reviews.

• Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.

• Coach and develop Production Managers and team leaders to ensure consistent execution and performance.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally with IT, admin, and production teams to streamline operations.

• Establish operational standards and enforce processes to achieve business objectives.

Who You Are

• Proven leadership experience in electronics manufacturing or a related high‑tech environment.

• Strong knowledge and experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies (Green or Black Belt preferred).

• Hands‑on, decisive leader who thrives in transformation or turnaround environments.

• Excellent coaching and team development skills.

• ITAD experience is a plus but not required; primary focus is strong operational leadership.

• Results‑oriented, organized, and able to drive accountability across multiple teams.

Why This Role Is Exciting

This is a rare opportunity to make an immediate and visible impact, building a high‑performing team and bringing structure to underperforming operations. The role offers a competitive salary and the chance to lead a critical site in a growing, high‑tech company.