Director of Operations (Lean Manufacturing exp req)
Location: Lawrence, MA
Salary: $125,000 – $150,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short/Long Disability, 401k w/ match, PTO, Year-End Shutdown
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available
Relocation Assistance Available 

Director of Operations (Lean Manufacturing exp req) Description

Our client, a precision manufacturing company, is seeking a Director of Operations to lead their growing team in Lawrence, MA. Reporting directly to the President, you will oversee daily operations for a precision machining and metal stamping facility, manage production, production schedules, personnel, and monitor key lean manufacturing metrics. This is a lean company made up of about 50 employees all working the day shift; you’ll manage about 30 people. This role is best suited for someone who thrives in a smaller, hands-on manufacturing environment where leaders are directly involved in day-to-day operations. To succeed, you must be a hands-on leader who drives efficiency, ensures on-time delivery, and fosters continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to shape operations at a growing privately owned company that invests in cutting-edge equipment and offers room for meaningful impact and growth.

Director of Operations (Lean Manufacturing exp req) Responsibilities

•    Manage about 30 employees
•    Spend significant time on the manufacturing floor daily
•    Work alongside supervisors and employees to monitor operations, identify issues, and drive improvements
•    Hold supervisors and employees accountable to performance expectations
•    Address performance issues; make personnel decisions when needed
•    Develop and strengthen leadership capabilities among supervisors
•    Ensure alignment with the President on the mission of the company
•    Direct daily manufacturing activities for production, subcontracting, and shipments
•    Set and manage daily and weekly production goals
•    Implement and monitor lean manufacturing practices across all departments
•    Track productivity and throughput metrics to drive continuous improvement
•    Develop and enforce operational policies, procedures, and goals with leadership
•    Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Purchasing, and Logistics
•    Oversee customer production and delivery schedules to meet shipping targets
•    Manage hiring, training, coaching, and performance reviews for staff
•    Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies

Director of Operations (Lean Manufacturing exp req) Qualifications

•    5+ years of manufacturing management experience required
•    Lean manufacturing experience required
•    Proven people leadership experience required