Director, Operations - Industrial Manufacturing

Summary Reporting to the site General Manager, the Director of Operations will manage the daily production, inventory, supply chain, continuous improvement, and logistics to ensure safe, efficient, cost‑effective, and timely delivery to our customers. They are responsible for development and implementation of strategy, growth, and profitability targets for the PSG Grand Terrace facility and the PSG North Hollywood facility. They will have direct ownership for established safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and continuous improvement objectives. Additional areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, the oversight of Safety, Manufacturing Operations (Machine Shop and Assembly), Supply Chain, Capital Equipment, Facilities Management, Workforce Development, and Operations Strategy Deployment. A successful individual will deploy and maintain strong operational processes, be data driven, drive continuous improvement, and empower their team to solve problems. Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, operations management, or a related field is required. MBA/Master’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred. Minimum of 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or other operational leadership role. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience in a build‑to‑order/high‑mix manufacturing environment required. Proven background in the application of production/inventory control, procurement procedures and techniques, and logistics. Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to develop long‑term strategic plans and follow‑up action plans to execute on these deliverables. Proven leader with ability to motivate teams and drive accountability. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization. Duties and Responsibilities Manage business to achieve or exceed agreed‑upon growth, revenue, and operating income objectives. Oversee end‑to‑end supply chain process management, strategic supplier partnerships, warehousing, inventory management, and internal plant logistics. Ensure products meet operational profitability goals. Establish strategic direction, performance metrics, standards, and measurements for direct reports and the operation that support safety, quality, and delivery expectations. Set operational goals and objectives, and guide teams to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual targets. Serve as a change agent for the site in embracing the adoption of technology and being a champion for Operational Excellence initiatives. Partner with internal stakeholders to manage the P&L and continuously execute to achieve revenue and margin commitments. Provide support and leadership to the supply chain, production planning, manufacturing, and continuous improvement teams by: Supporting sales & operations planning (S&OP) process, and planning manufacturing capacity accordingly to ensure on‑time and efficient delivery. Identifying and responding to trends in the marketplace, anticipating and applying strategies to be ahead of the cost and quality curve. Planning and executing a best‑in‑class supply chain to ensure appropriate levels of inventory and turns as well as supplier quality and cost. Directing the continuous improvement program and supporting on‑site initiatives as required to ensure adoption of programs and achievement of desired results. Ensuring that products are delivered on time to customers and that products meet all customer expectations regarding quality and performance. Planning and implementing capital improvements for the site and operations. Work proactively with and effectively engage functional counterparts to ensure overall organizational success and continuity of leadership. Foster a positive employee relations environment through building a culture where employees are motivated and actively engaged in driving continuous improvement in the business. Conduct performance evaluations, coach and mentor, provide feedback, and take action as needed to build a high‑performing department. Promote, through both priority setting and personal actions, a positive safety culture that empowers direct reports to take ownership of the safety of their employees and focuses on proactive actions to eliminate hazards while ensuring a robust root cause/corrective action process is followed when safety events occur. Embody the Company’s ethics and values; maintain the highest corporate governance principles. Travel Regular travel between Grand Terrace, CA and North Hollywood, CA required. Work Arrangement Onsite. Pay Range $173,000.00 - $195,000.00 annually. Bonus Eligible This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. Benefits Benefits for this position include a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account; health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability; company‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company‑paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wilden Pump & Engineering LLC