Operations Director

LaSalle Network is hiring an Operations Director to lead manufacturing operations across multiple sites for a Fortune 300 global manufacturer in the construction products space. This is a highly visible, hands‑on leadership role for a seasoned multi‑site operations executive who has personally driven operational transformations, built strong leadership teams and delivered measurable results. If you're ready to shape operational strategy for a significant business and lead a diverse organization across manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, quality and safety, this is the opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that ensure safe, efficient operations and consistent delivery of high‑quality products
• Lead operations across five locations in the greater Chicago area, overseeing manufacturing, supply chain, sourcing, manufacturing engineering, quality and safety
• Establish and monitor key performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and exceed operational targets
• Drive productivity improvements and cost reductions by reducing waste, scrap, rework and other inefficiencies
• Lead cross‑functional quality initiatives and strengthen supplier accountability and quality performance
• Oversee capital planning and execute CAPEX projects that enhance productivity, capacity and growth
• Partner with sourcing and supply chain teams to optimize inventory, transportation costs and distribution performance
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing and sourcing teams to deliver new product introductions on time and on cost
• Build organizational capability by developing Operations, Engineering and Supply Chain leaders and driving succession planning
• Champion a world‑class safety culture through proactive risk identification, mitigation and employee accountability
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and company standards

What's Needed?

• 15+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in complex manufacturing environments, including multi‑site responsibility
• Proven success managing multiple facilities, driving performance and holding teams accountable
• Demonstrated ability to implement processes, execute continuous improvement initiatives and deliver measurable results
• Track record of building high‑performing teams, developing future leaders and establishing a culture of accountability and execution
• Strong financial and business acumen, including experience managing budgets, capital investments and cost reduction
• Experience leading supply chain optimization, supplier quality improvement and large‑scale transformation initiatives
• Strong change management, project management and cross‑functional leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills and executive presence
• Comfort working within a lean, continuous‑improvement‑driven operating philosophy while remaining flexible and adaptable
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain or a related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Willingness to travel regularly between facilities and suppliers, with occasional international travel

What's In It for Me?

• Highly visible leadership role as a key member of the divisional leadership team, with autonomy to drive results across multiple sites
• Opportunity to lead approximately 200 operations employees and six direct reports within a roughly $340M division
• Incentive bonus tied to revenue growth and operating income growth at the sites
• Entrepreneurial, decentralized culture where leaders are empowered to make decisions and challenge the status quo
• Opportunity to develop the next generation of operations leaders and lead transformational initiatives with lasting impact
• Compensation: $190,000-$225,000 annually
• Benefits:
  Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Location:
  
  Glenview, IL
• Work Model:
  In office, with regular travel to operating locations

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.