Strategic Operations Leader – Modesto & Helena Sites

Arxada; Modesto (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Arxada is seeking a Director of Operations to lead two manufacturing sites, Modesto, CA and Helena, AR, ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance. The role includes P&L ownership, capital project sponsorship, and cross-functional leadership to drive efficiency and growth.

Responsibilities include shaping operational strategy, partnering with functions, and managing regulatory and stakeholder relationships while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Chemical Engineering preferred.
• Experience leading manufacturing facilities with safety, quality, productivity and financial accountability.
• Strong business acumen balancing customer needs with operations and commercial goals.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management at all levels; project management and SAP familiarity advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for two manufacturing sites, Modesto and Helena.
• Lead site performance across safety, environmental compliance, quality, production, delivery, and financials.
• Own site P&L, fixed costs, and capital priorities; sponsor transformation initiatives.
• Build leadership capability, succession planning, and employee engagement; partner across functions.
• Manage relationships with corporate leadership, regulators, and external stakeholders for risk governance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Chemical Engineering preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Arxada is seeking a Director of Operations to lead two manufacturing sites, Modesto, CA and Helena, AR, ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance. The role includes P&L ownership, capital project sponsorship, and cross-functional leadership to drive efficiency and growth.

Responsibilities include shaping operational strategy, partnering with functions, and managing regulatory and stakeholder relationships while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.