Director of Operations

Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC

EEO Statement:
Infiltrator Water Technologies LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

US-OR-Sutherlin

Job :
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Orenco - Sutherlin

Headquartered in Old Saybrook, CT, Infiltrator Water Technologies is the leading provider of engineered plastic chambers, synthetic aggregates, tanks, advanced wastewater treatment systems, and accessories for the onsite/decentralized wastewater and storm water management industries. The majority of Infiltrator products are manufactured from recycled plastic. Founded in 1987, we operate throughout the US and Canada with 8 manufacturing plants in the US, dedicated sales, and corporate team members.

Infiltrator is a pioneer in innovative plastic technologies for underground water management. Infiltrator components are used in most onsite septic systems installed in the United States and Canada. Infiltrator is a proud Corporate Partner of Habitat for Humanity and each year donates components for 50 septic systems serving Habitat homes in North America. Infiltrator is committed to advancing the state of the art in all fronts, including product design, manufacturing, materials, wastewater science, marketing, management, and employee development.

Infiltrator，我们 strive to be the best we can be.

The Director of Operations is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing and optimizing all operational functions within Manufacturing Ops, Safety, Supply Chain, and Logistics. The Director will lead cross-functional teams, develop and implement operational strategies, and ensure seamless execution of processes to achieve organizational goals.

Safety/Culture

• Continuously maintains Orenco management's safety, cultural, and professional standards.
• Promotes, encourages, and reinforces a positive safety culture, safe practices, and a safe work environment to all employees.

Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with overall company goals and objectives, utilizing cross-functional workshops, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven analysis to ensure buy-in and effective execution.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, including quarterly KPI tracking and action plans, to identify areas for improvement and execute targeted initiatives.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment and effective communication, leveraging structured interdepartmental meetings and shared dashboards.
• Drive strategic initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance, using Lean or other process improvement methodologies.
• Facilitate change management by engaging stakeholders, providing training programs, and monitoring adoption metrics to ensure smooth transitions.

Operations Management

• Oversee and direct all operational functions, including supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing, fostering an employee-first and customer-centric culture.
• Ensure efficient and effective use of all resources, personnel, equipment, and facilities through capacity planning, resource allocation models, and utilization reviews.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure smooth and efficient operations, ensuring regular updates of documentation and training materials.
• Manage budgets and track performance against key performance indicators, using variance analysis to guide decision-making.
• Identify and address change management challenges, develop and implement solutions such as communication plans, feedback loops, and pilot programs.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between departments and teams through regular cross-functional check-ins, team meetings, shared documentation platforms, collaborative workshops, and open feedback channels.
• Utilize data analytics to identify trends, set goals, and monitor progress,…