Director of Operations at Gainful Placements

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWhy this roleWe’re looking for a thoughtful, steady Director of Operations who enjoys leading teams, improving processes, and keeping daily operations running smoothly. In this role, you’ll support multiple production departments while helping guide vendor management, supply chain coordination, and production planning and scheduling. If you’re someone who values clear communication, collaborative problem-solving, and continuous improvement, you’ll feel right at home here.What you’ll doOversee day-to-day operations across multiple production departments; lead managers and front-line teams to meet customer requirements, quality, safety, and delivery targets.Set and communicate clear department and individual goals using LEAN principles; lead facility and departmental meetings and performance planning.Partner cross-functionally with business units and customers to keep product knowledge current and exceed expectations.Own budgeting, forecasting, and unit cost results for multiple departments.Recruit, develop, and retain talent; coach, mentor, and create growth opportunities for associates.Coordinate and/or facilitate training and professional development programs for staff.Identify operational bottlenecks and implement process improvements to increase throughput and reduce costs.What we’re looking for (minimum qualifications)Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.Minimum 6 years’ related experience (industry/manufacturing experience strongly preferred).Proven ability to lead diverse teams and work with various communication styles.Strong problem-solving skills: gathers data, uses logic to evaluate alternatives, and communicates solutions.Comfortable interpreting data, thinking critically, and identifying operational trends.Hands-on experience with vendor management, supply chain coordination, production planning, scheduling, and LEAN/continuous improvement practices.What will help you stand outDirect experience managing multiple production departments or plants.Demonstrated success with cost controls, forecasting, and unit-cost improvement.Experience implementing LEAN tools (5S, Kaizen, value-stream mapping, etc.).Compensation benefitsBase salary: $120,000–$140,000. We offer a competitive total rewards package (details to be shared with qualified candidates).&