Director of Manufacturing & Distribution Operations

The Director of Manufacturing & Distribution Operations is responsible for leading end-to-end manufacturing and distribution operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and customer service objectives. This leader drives operational strategy, capacity planning, process excellence, inventory accuracy, and distribution performance while building high‑performing teams and scalable systems across production, warehousing, and shipping functions.

• Develop and execute the operations strategy for manufacturing, warehousing, and fulfillment in alignment with company goals
• Lead plant and distribution operations with accountability for safety, quality, on‑time delivery, labor productivity, and cost performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methods to improve throughput, reduce waste, and increase capacity
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, materials flow, inventory control, distribution, and order fulfillment to ensure reliable customer service and efficient working capital management
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators
• Partner with sales, procurement, engineering, quality, finance, and customer service leaders to improve cross‑functional execution and resolve operational issues
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, regulatory, and quality standards
• Lead capital planning and investments in equipment, automation, systems, and facility improvements to support growth and productivity
• Build and develop a high‑performing operations leadership team through coaching, succession planning, and performance management
• Support network optimization, capacity expansion, and operational readiness for new products, customers, or facilities