Head of Operations & Business Management

The role requires a proven manufacturing leader who brings strong technical and operational credibility and a track record of delivering results in a performance‑driven environment. The Director, Operations will have demonstrated success leading complex, engineered operations and driving disciplined execution. This is a high‑impact site leadership role with regular visibility to Business Unit and Division leadership.

Significantly improve safety performance as demonstrated in incident prevention.

Deliver consistent results across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people through disciplined execution of the operating plan.

Lead continuous improvement efforts that improve productivity, reduce waste, and strengthen process capability.

Represent the site effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Establish operating management philosophy and practice, with clear expectations, measurable goals, visual management that leads to predictable results.

Successfully deliver the Plant’s financial targets and operating plan, consistent with the corporate culture which emphasizes accountability and results. This includes meeting revenue, profitability, cost, and return‑on‑asset metrics, as well as added operating metrics and strategic growth objectives.

A metals or manufacturing industry (preferred) plant background in a custom job shop environment with expertise in the development and production of high tolerance, precision, engineered materials.

At least 10 years of total business experience with a track record of a succession of more responsible Plant Management roles.

An undergraduate degree in engineering or business and an MBA or master’s degree in engineering.

A background with strength in Plant operations and general financial knowledge for asset management, budgeting, and profit plan attainment.

Demonstrated experience with manufacturing resources planning and an integrated capital appropriations/budget plan.

Hands‑on experience with the development and implementation of Lean Initiatives, visual management and shop floor reporting systems.

Proven verbal and written communication skills to enable the incumbent to provide effective and meaningful presentations to location employees, customers, SMP leadership.

The proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and consistently meet deadlines and achieve desired results.

Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and coach people in varying disciplines to achieve performance goals; solid team‑building skills.

Business and financial acumen, including a solid understanding of budgeting and forecasting, are essential.

able to communicate as effectively on the shop floor as in the executive suite.

The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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