Director of Operations

Lead and manage hourly and salaried production employees, ensuring safety, quality, and cost-efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure plant safety and implement corporate safety initiatives.
• Oversee production, quality, and cost-control to meet customer requirements and profit objectives.
• Collaborate with sales and product development for new/improved products.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations.
• Manage plant financial performance (P&L responsibility).
• Oversee staffing, operational efficiency, and maintenance.
• Implement and document cost management best practices.
• Plan and execute capital projects.
• Develop and optimize operational policies and procedures.
• Maximize ROI through effective use of SAP.
• Analyze and communicate operational metrics.
• Communicate goals and expectations to plant employees.
• Implement programs to meet business plan goals.
• Advise Senior Management on operational issues.
• Promote transparency and effective communication.
• Manage human resources and physical plant assets.
• Lead and coach direct reports; provide performance feedback.
• Ensure employee development and training.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years in Operations Management within manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (MBA preferred).
• Experience in engineering, operations, and tissue making.
• Proficiency in warehouse management, SOP development, and high-speed consumer product manufacturing.
• Strong safety and quality management systems knowledge.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement expertise.
• Strong financial, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, make decisions, and develop action plans.
• Skilled in identifying and developing top talent.