Operations Associate Director

## Operations Associate Director Apply:
On-site:
Anoka, MN, US:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R22495

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Are you a top-tier operations leader ready to drive operational excellence within a cornerstone business unit? nVent is seeking a strategic and high-impact
** Associate Director, Operations
** to lead our Hoffman Business in Anoka, Minnesota.  As a key leader within our ~$500M Hoffman business, you will report directly to the Senior Operations Director and lead all aspects of a large-scale manufacturing operation, leading a team of 700+ associates. This is a vital opportunity to drive comprehensive operational transformation, optimize high-end custom and high-volume production, and champion a world-class culture of safety and continuous improvement.

We are looking for a visionary leader who can implement the strategic vision set by senior leadership while maintaining the meticulous  boots-on-the-ground  presence required to lead a large workforce to success.  ##
** WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS ROLE;**
* ** Operational Excellence & Execution (SQDCC):
** Partner with the Senior Operations Director to implement the site’s strategic roadmap. Take full ownership of site performance, ensuring meticulous adherence to metrics across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Cash (SQDCC) for a $500M revenue engine.
* ** Toyota Production System & Lean Leadership:
** Act as the primary change agent by deeply embedding the Toyota Production System (TPS) philosophy across the plant. Champion core Lean methodologies—including Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to identify and eliminate end-to-end waste, lead-time reduction, and flow optimization across complex manufacturing lines.
* ** Daily Management Systems & Visual Controls:
** Lead the establishment, cascading, and meticulous execution of Daily Management Systems (DMS). Drive visual factory standards and
** visual controls
** down to the shop floor so that every team member can instantly assess safety, quality, and output status, enabling real-time problem solving and rapid escalation.
* ** Built-In Quality & Error-Proofing (Poka-Yoke):
** Foster a zero-defect culture by deploying robust Poka-Yoke (error-proofing) mechanisms and standardized work audits. Ensure that quality is engineered and built into the process rather than inspected out.
* ** Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) & Asset Reliability:
** Drive Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives to enhance equipment availability, minimize unplanned downtime, and champion a culture of autonomous maintenance where operators take direct ownership of machine health and minor upkeep.
* ** Strategic & Cross-Functional Leadership:
** Lead and mentor a team of 4 direct reports, setting clear objectives and encouraging a culture of accountability and high performance across 700+ associates. Collaborate seamlessly with Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and HR to execute site strategy and drive the SIOP process.
* ** Talent Development & Governance:
** Cultivate a hard-working organization by prioritizing talent acquisition, retention, and structured professional development. Lead facility investments, equipment upgrades, and resource allocation to ensure the plant remains at the groundbreaking of manufacturing efficiency.  ##
** YOU HAVE:**
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* Education:

** BS or BA degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field is required.
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* Experience:

** 10+ years of dynamic leadership experience in a large-scale, complex manufacturing environment ($100M+ revenue or…