Director of Operations

Director of Operations – Feed Additives (Midwest, USA)Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.About the Role: Our client is a leading manufacturer of specialty feed additives supplying into livestock and pet food markets across North America. They are seeking a Director of Operations to oversee and optimize performance across four manufacturing sites in the Midwest. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, efficiency, and scalability across a multi-site production network. Key Responsibilities: Lead full operational performance across four manufacturing facilities, ensuring alignment with company strategy and growth objectives Drive improvements in production efficiency, cost control, and capacity utilization Implement and standardize best-in-class operational processes across all sites Oversee supply chain, production planning, and inventory management to ensure consistent product availability Ensure full compliance with feed safety, quality, and regulatory standards (e.g. FDA, FSMA, GMP+) Lead, develop, and mentor site leaders and operations teams Partner with commercial and technical teams to support new product launches and scale-up activities Drive a culture of continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, CI initiatives) Manage capital projects including plant upgrades, expansions, and automation initiatives Track and report on key KPIs including OEE, yield, cost per ton, and on-time delivery Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Animal Science, Operations, or related field (Master’s preferred) 10+ years’ experience in manufacturing operations, ideally within feed additives or animal nutrition Proven experience managing multiple manufacturing sites Strong knowledge of feed safety, quality systems, and regulatory compliance Demonstrated success in driving operational improvements and cost optimization xywuqvp Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) Strong leadership and team development capability Willingness to travel regularly across Midwest sites Why Join: Opportunity to lead a critical operational footprint within a growing business High visibility role with direct impact on performance and expansion strategy Collaborative environment with strong technical and commercial teams Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package Location: Midwest, USA (remote with regular travel across the 4 sites in the US)