Director of Manufacturing Operations

Director of Manufacturing OperationsCentral MassachusettsExcellent opportunity for an experienced Operations leader to take ownership of a multi-site manufacturing operation within a globally backed engineering firm. The ideal candidate will combine Lean Manufacturing expertise with the leadership presence to drive cultural and operational transformation.ResponsibilitiesLead site-wide Operations across a multi-building campus and satellite facilityDrive operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity (SQDCP) metricsEmbed Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies across all functionsOwn operational strategy, budgets, capital investment, and capacity planningRequirementsProven experience leading manufacturing operations at Director level within an industrial environmentStrong background in Lean manufacturing, CI, and data-driven decision making (Danaher/automotive-style environments highly relevant)Demonstrated leadership of large teams, with the ability to influence, coach, and drive changeExperience overseeing complex manufacturing operations (machining, assembly, technical products)PackageBase salary: $170,000 – $180,000 + BONUSComprehensive benefits + strong 401k matchExcellent job security and growth opportunities working within a large global engineering firmThis is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to shape operations, culture, and performance within a business undergoing significant evolution.