Operations Director

About The Position At R.O.M., a Clarience Company, we make fleet vehicles – and everyone in and around them – safer. Our fleet safety platform brings together best‑in‑class products, groundbreaking technology, and a 100‑year history of fleet know‑how and innovation to solve the world’s biggest fleet safety problems. Location: Belton, MO The Operations Director will develop, implement and manage the operating budget and manufacturing plan which meets the total cost, quality and delivery needs of our customers. Responsibilities Develop and execute the long‑term operations strategy to support business growth, scalability, operational excellence, and future manufacturing capacity. Partner with executive leadership to establish annual operating plans, capital investment priorities, operating budgets, and strategic business initiatives. Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing operations leadership team through coaching, succession planning, employee engagement, and organizational development. Own facility performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, Productivity and Employee Engagement, ensuring manpower, scheduling, quality, cost and productivity objectives are achieved. Lead capital equipment, automation, manufacturing technology and facility improvement initiatives to increase capacity, efficiency, quality and productivity. Drive lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives by eliminating waste, optimizing processes, reducing lead times and partnering with Engineering and production teams to engineer product cost improvements. Develop and implement manufacturing quality systems and process control plans to ensure quality is built into products and manufacturing processes. Foster cross‑functional collaboration across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, Sales and other functional teams to achieve customer requirements and overall business objectives. Champion a culture of safety, accountability, operational excellence, continuous improvement, positive employee relations and effective organizational communication. Serve as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to company strategy, business planning, organizational performance and long‑term success. Benefits We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including medical, dental, 401(k) and bonuses. Equal Employment Opportunity R.O.M., a Clarience Company, does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, veteran status or any other status protected by law. Requirements Bachelor’s degree required: Industrial or Mechanical degree preferred Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt Certified 10 years manufacturing management experience required Must possess a sound understanding of manufacturing processes including metal fabrication, painting and coating as well as low volume, high mix assembly Experience operating in an ERP environment, including MRP, rough cut capacity planning and production planning and scheduling Hands‑on experience using Lean Manufacturing tools and implementing continuous improvement plans on the factory floor highly desired Experience in First Responder or Safety focused OEM vehicle manufacturing environment highly desired Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to lead through coaching and motivating and must inspire the trust of subordinates #J-18808-Ljbffr