Operations Director: Manufacturing & Innovation Leader

New Concept Tech

Pennsylvania

On-site

USD 170,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

New Concept Tech in Pennsylvania seeks a Director of Operations with a strong engineering background to lead manufacturing and engineering teams, drive efficiency, quality, and profitability, and shape strategic growth.

You will oversee Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and Supply Chain, implement Lean and continuous improvement, manage budgets, and partner with executives to align operations with business goals.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in operations management or process engineering is required.
8-10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, engineering, or operations.
Minimum of 5 years in a senior management or director-level leadership role.
Demonstrated success managing engineering teams and cross-functional manufacturing organizations.
Experience leading engineering projects, capital improvements, automation initiatives, and continuous improvement programs.
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, project management, and operational excellence methodologies.
Experience managing budgets, operational performance, and financial metrics.
Proficiency with ERP systems, manufacturing software, engineering systems, and business analytics.

Responsibilities

Lead Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other operational departments to achieve business goals.
Drive engineering projects from concept through implementation, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
Lead new product introductions, manufacturing optimization, automation initiatives, and process improvements.
Monitor operational, engineering, financial, and quality metrics to inform data-driven decisions.
Develop and maintain operational policies, engineering standards, and best practices.
Manage budgets, capital planning, and resource allocation for growth.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity through Lean initiatives.
Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning and organizational growth.
Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, vendors, and partners.
Prepare and present operational and strategic performance updates to leadership and the Board.