Director of Operations at MRINetwork Jobs

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDirector of Operations – Multi-Site ManufacturingRetained Search | Midwest + Southeast | Precision / CNC / Custom ManufacturingA privately held, growth-focused manufacturer is seeking a hands-on, people-first Director of Operations to lead design and production across two U.S. facilities. This is a critical, high-impact role overseeing the full lifecycle of custom, complex manufacturing operations—design, scheduling, purchasing, CNC machining, assembly, sampling, and shipping/receiving.We’re looking for a builder. Someone who develops strong teams, drives continuous improvement, and elevates performance across every function they touch.What You’ll LeadSet the operational strategy—short-term execution + long-term planningEnsure high-quality, efficient, safe manufacturing operationsManage budgets, staffing levels, materials, and overall productivityLead and mentor departmental managers; build a culture of accountabilityTeach and deploy Lean tools at all levelsReduce scrap, improve throughput, and optimize flowSpearhead major projects: plant layouts, capital equipment installations, and process transformationsAct as the bridge between leadership, teams, and the manufacturing floorWhat You BringA people-centered leadership style that builds trust and performance10+ years in manufacturing operations; proven results driving improvements5+ years leading a large segment or full plant operationStrong Lean expertise and enterprise-level process improvement experienceSolid technical foundation; CNC knowledge strongly preferredExcellent communicator, problem-solver, and decision-makerRole DetailsFull-time, multi-site leadership roleTravel up to 25%Mix of office + hands-on floor presenceCompetitive compensation packageIdeal BackgroundBA/BS in Industrial, Mechanical, Business, or related technical fieldExperience in custom or contract manufacturingComfortable leading both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations