Director of Operations

About the company:Viant is a global medical device partner providing design, development, manufacturing, and assembly services through capabilities in materials, plastics, metals, extrusion, and automation. With nearly 6,000 employees across 24 locations worldwide, it delivers high-quality, life-enhancing products with the scale and expertise to bring devices to market efficiently. Learn more at Viant Medical’s website or on LinkedIn.About the site:Our Brimfield facility specializes in medical device assembly, finishing, and packaging, supporting high-quality, scalable production within a regulated environment.About the role:As Director of Operations you will provide leadership, focus and direction to enhance growth-orientated manufacturing performance of a specific facility or grouping of facilities in support of company strategic objectives. Ensures Viant’s continuation of its position as an industry leader and enhancement for the future.Essential duties and responsibilitiesAdheres to Viant Core Beliefs and all safety and quality requirements.Provides leadership and direction to manufacturing performance for facility(ies) to support company objectives; develops roadmapAssumes responsibility for costs, operations, quality and quantity of production collaborating with Function Leaders where applicableAssists in short and long-range strategy development for BCT’s and PlantsAccountable for Site(s) Operations Strategy, collaborating with Function OwnersDevelops and incorporates Continuous Improvement initiatives ensuring product performance, compliance and capacity planningEnsures facilities and equipment are designed, built and maintained to reduce lead times, costs and no defectsCollaborates with and coordinates other functions activities in order to deliver Plant goals (HR, Finance, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales)Oversees and manages the activities of: production, engineering, warehouse/inventory managementDrives performance and accountability; develops a high performance workforceCreates methods and metrics for measuring performancePerforms other functions as required.QualificationsEducation:Engineering background (strongly preferred / near requirement)BA/BS degree or equivalent experience preferredExperience:8+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing environment (preferably medical device)Experience in Metals manufacturing experience (preferred)Experience in automotive, aerospace, or nuclear industriesHands-on leadership experience building high-performance teamsExperience developing and executing operating plansExperience managing diverse manufacturing personalities and stylesExperience integrating traditional operations with new technologies and processesCustomer-facing experience with problem-solving to meet requirementsSkills:Strong understanding of precision machining environmentsKnowledge of machining, metals/plastics processing, fabrication, and product assemblyWorking knowledge of capacity planning and logistics managementP&L knowledge and understanding of value driversKnowledge of FDA GMP, ISO 13485, and regulatory requirementsSix Sigma Green/Black Belt and/or Lean manufacturing (Kaizen) expertiseStrong leadership and team-building skillsAbility to drive sales with presence and initiativeStrong written and verbal communication skills (1:1 and group)Strategic thinking with ability to plan long-term (6 months to 5 years)Ability to conceptualize future state of operations/facilityRational thinking with strong business judgmentBenefits:Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective date of hire!Company-paid life insurance and disability benefitsGenerous Paid time off and 10 paid Holidays401k Plan with Company MatchTuition ReimbursementVoluntary Universal Life and Long-Term CareVoluntary Legal PlanPet InsuranceHome Ownership ProgramWe offer market competitive compensation. Potential salary range for this role is $180-$210k. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by lawPayTypeSalary