Director of Operations
Core
Strategic leadership of multi-site manufacturing operations for HVAC ductwork and sheet metal products, focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement.
Role type
Director of Operations (Manufacturing)
Builds
HVAC ductwork, fittings, and accessories for residential and commercial construction
Domain
Industrial Manufacturing (Sheet Metal, HVAC)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Manufacturing operations leadership, Lean manufacturing, production planning, inventory control, OSHA compliance, budgeting, cross-functional team leadership, data-driven decision making, capital planning, workforce planning
Preferred skills
Sheet metal/HVAC fabrication experience, Lean Six Sigma certification, capital project leadership, multi-site environment experience
Technologies
ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Lead manufacturing operations including production, safety, quality, maintenance, and inventory; Develop and execute operational strategies for safety, quality, delivery, and cost control; Build and coach leadership teams; Champion safety-first culture and OSHA compliance; Drive accountability for KPIs (throughput, efficiency, scrap, labor utilization); Partner with planning, purchasing, logistics, and engineering to align production with demand; Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles; Oversee production planning and resource allocation; Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance; Lead strategic projects for capacity expansion and process improvement.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on operational oversight
