Director of Operations

OVERVIEW

The Director of Operations provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for all manufacturing and quality functions within the large-scale motor and generator facility. This role is responsible for the holistic performance of production, maintenance, safety, and supply chain integration. The Director focuses on long-term scaling, financial performance, and organizational health, ensuring that departmental leadership has the resources, strategy, and cross-functional alignment necessary to meet corporate growth objectives.

IDEAL ELECTRIC CONFORMANCE STATEMENT
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Represent the company with respect by conducting business in a professional and ethical manner
• Interact professionally and respectfully with customers, suppliers, and other employees
• Complete assigned work in compliance with policies and procedures, and within deadlines, with or without direct supervision; when required, record and maintain accurate records pertaining to work performed
• Apply job knowledge and safety and quality training in all aspects of work
• Closely adhere to safety and security standards and procedures
• Work effectively as a team contributor and, work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
• Provide world-class customer service and customer-facing skills
• "This position requires access to, or development of, technology or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by the ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.62) or be able to obtain the appropriate U.S. government authorization (export license) to access such technology or technical data. U.S. Person status is required for this position."

"U.S. Person definition: A U.S. Person includes a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident alien (Green Card holder), a refugee, or a person granted asylum”

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute high-level manufacturing strategies; translate corporate goals into actionable operational benchmarks for departmental management.
• Total Quality Oversight: Serve as the ultimate authority for the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring facility-wide adherence to rigorous standards (ISO 9001) and fostering a "zero-defect" culture.
• Financial & CAPEX Stewardship: Own the total operational budget, including P&L responsibility. Evaluate and approve capital expenditures (CAPEX) for technology, automation, and facility modernization.
• Operational Integration: Synchronize activities between Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and R&D to ensure seamless product development and optimized manufacturing flow.
• Performance Governance: Accountable for macro-level KPIs—including EBITDA, Total Cost of Quality, Capacity Utilization, and Safety EMR—using data-driven insights to pivot strategies.
• Talent & Culture Development: Mentor and develop the next tier of operational leadership, ensuring a high-performance culture rooted in accountability, safety, and professional growth.
• Regulatory & ITAR Compliance: Act as the primary advocate for U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Ensure the facility maintains a robust compliance framework where regulatory integrity is never compromised by production speed.
• Safety Excellence: Champion a "safety first" environment, ensuring the leadership team enforces total compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Education: BS in Engineering, Business, or Operations Management required; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.
• Experience: 12+ years of progressive leadership in heavy manufacturing (ideally rotating equipment), with at least 5 years in an executive or multi-departmental management role.
• Strategic Acumen: Proven expertise in Lean/Six Sigma transformation, multi-million-dollar budget management, and long-range resource planning.
• Technical Literacy: High proficiency in ERP systems, project management software, and the Microsoft 365 suite.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Environment: Professional office setting with frequent, high-level engagement on the active heavy industrial manufacturing floor.
• Pace: High-stakes environment requiring rapid decision-making and the ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously.
• Safety: Full adherence to PPE requirements (safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hearing protection) while in production areas.

WORK HOURS

• Commitment: Full-time executive schedule (50+ hours per week), including availability for critical operational decisions, equipment outages, or major project rollouts.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Mobility: Ability to walk long distances across the plant floor, climb stairs or ladders, and occasionally access elevated platforms or confined spaces.
• Standing & Walking: Extended periods of standing or walking during plant inspections or production oversight
• Lifting: Occasionally lift or move items up to 25–50 pounds, such as parts, tools, or documents.
• Manual Dexterity: Use of hands for tasks like operating a computer, writing reports, or handling small components during inspections.
• Visual & Auditory Acuity: Clear vision and hearing to monitor equipment, read gauges, and communicate effectively in a noisy environment.
• Environmental Tolerance: Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment that may include noise, heat, dust, or exposure to machinery.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided `to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

** ADDITIONAL JOB-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Although rare, occasional travel may be necessary in this position. In such cases, the employee may be required to:

• obtain and maintain a valid passport and US-issued driver's license
• maintain a driving record that is acceptable for coverage under the company's insurance plan

DISCLOSURES
Ideal Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status. Ideal Electric is a drug-free workplace. This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required for the position. Management reserves the right to assign, reassign, or change duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time with or without notice.