Director of Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We are hiring a highly experienced and results-driven Director of Operations to lead operations at our La Porte, IN manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial or heavy manufacturing, proven leadership and team development skills, with a continuous improvement mindset. This role is critical in driving operational excellence, production efficiency, safety, and quality while aligning with New York Blower's standards and customer expectations.

Requirements:

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Lead all aspects of plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, safety, inventory, and logistics.

· Establish and maintain a safe and compliant workplace culture following OSHA and company safety standards.

· Ensure production schedules are met in a cost-effective manner while maintaining high levels of product quality and customer satisfaction.

· Oversee workforce planning, hiring, training, development, and performance management of plant staff.

· Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and sales teams to support custom product builds and timely delivery.

· Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all operational functions.

· Manage budgets, KPIs, and operational reports to identify trends and opportunities for efficiency gains.

· Serve as a key liaison between the La Porte plant and company leadership, representing plant capabilities, challenges, and performance.

· Foster a high-performance culture through team leadership, coaching, and development.

· Set clear goals and expectations for team members providing ongoing feedback, mentoring, and performance evaluations.

· Identify and develop high-potential talent within the plant to support succession planning and long-term organizational growth. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology or adequate experience.

· Minimum 7–10 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role, preferably within the industrial equipment, metal fabrication industry.

· Proven success managing plant operations in a mid-to-large manufacturing environment.

· Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, ERP/MRP tools, and production planning.

· Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with a focus on team development and accountability.

· Ability to build trust, motivate teams, and foster a culture of accountability and safety.

· Demonstrated ability to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.

· Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the business.

· Comfortable serving as the public-facing leader of the facility—representing New York Blower’s values, culture, and commitment to quality in all plant-level interactions.

BENEFITS:

· 401k company match

· Profit sharing program

· Medical, Vision, Dental, Life insurance

· Paid Time Off

· Opportunity for professional growth and leadership development

nyb is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by Federal law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.