Director of Operations (Mid-to-Large Manuf Exp Req, $150K-$175K + $20K-$50K Bonus)

Sr. Operations Manager (Mid-to-Large Manufacturing Exp. Req.)

Our client in the industrial manufacturing industry is seeking a Sr. Operations Manager to join their team east of Green Bay, WI. In this role, you will lead multi-site manufacturing operations and distribution functions, driving performance across production, quality, logistics, and safety while ensuring alignment with company goals.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing mid-to-large-scale manufacturing facilities, including oversight of multiple sites and involvement in plant startups or acquisitions. To be successful, you must demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, leadership of cross-functional teams, and the ability to leverage data and KPIs to drive operational improvements. This is a high-impact leadership role with visibility across the organization and influence on operational strategy and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations across multiple production facilities and distribution warehouses
• Establish operational priorities and communicate direction to site leadership teams
• Oversee safety, production, scheduling, quality, logistics, and technical training functions
• Lead weekly operations meetings, bi-weekly project meetings, and customer performance reviews
• Drive KPI tracking and performance reporting to improve productivity, efficiency, and cost control
• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with company goals and profitability targets
• Manage budgets and maintain partial P&L responsibility across operations
• Identify and implement process improvements to optimize workflows and reduce costs
• Support plant startups, acquisitions, and integration of new facilities into operations
• Partner with executive leadership on short- and long-term operational planning
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety programs, and regulatory requirements
• Utilize data analytics tools to support decision-making and performance insights

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an Operations/Plant Manager in a mid-to-large manufacturing facility is required
• Experience of overseeing multiple production facilities is required
• Prior experience with plant startups or plant acquisitions is required
• Experience managing budgets and partial P&L responsibility is required
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data analytics tools are required
• Proficiency with ERP systems is required