Plant Operations Leader - Lean & Continuous Improvement

Winpak; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Winpak is seeking a hands-on Director of Operations to align production, purchasing, maintenance and quality across the Flexibles division. You will oversee daily plant operations, optimize resources, equipment and personnel to maximize ROA.

The role demands strategic leadership, Lean principles, cross-functional problem solving, and a culture of operational excellence, delivering sustainable improvements while balancing short-term execution.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct daily plant operations.
• Standardize and enforce operating procedures across the facility.
• Promote proactive quality management and safety practices.
• Establish clear expectations, accountability, and cross-department collaboration.
• Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives and cross-functional problem solving.
• Balance day-to-day execution with long-term improvement initiatives.

Job description

Winpak is seeking a hands-on Director of Operations to align production, purchasing, maintenance and quality across the Flexibles division. You will oversee daily plant operations, optimize resources, equipment and personnel to maximize ROA.

The role demands strategic leadership, Lean principles, cross-functional problem solving, and a culture of operational excellence, delivering sustainable improvements while balancing short-term execution.