Operations Director

The Operations Director is responsible for leading and coordinating key operational functions of the manufacturing facility, including Production Planning, Supply Chain, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), and Infrastructure/Construction Engineering. This position plays a critical role in ensuring production readiness, material availability, operational continuity, regulatory compliance, facility development, and cross-functional execution.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate production planning, scheduling, and operations coordination; Lead plant supply chain operations including procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics; Lead the plant's EHS programs and team to ensure regulatory compliance; Lead facility engineering, infrastructure, and construction projects supporting plant operations; Establish and manage operational processes across planning, supply chain, EHS, and infrastructure; Lead, develop, and mentor managers and operational teams; Track KPIs and drive KPI-based decision-making; Manage contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders; Support ERP/MRP and digitalization initiatives

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field required; 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, supply chain, production planning, engineering, or related functions; 5+ years of leadership experience managing managers and/or multiple operational functions; Strong experience in large-scale manufacturing environments; Demonstrated experience in production planning, supply chain management, and plant operations; Working knowledge of EHS management and U.S. regulatory requirements; Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems

Nice to have

Master's degree or MBA; Experience in lithium-ion battery, EV, automotive, energy storage, electronics, or advanced manufacturing; Experience supporting the launch or ramp-up of a new manufacturing facility in the United States; Experience managing complex global supply chains; Familiarity with high-volume automated manufacturing environments; Experience working with international and cross-cultural teams; Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, S&OP, inventory optimization, and operational excellence methodologies; PMP, APICS/CPIM/CSCP, Six Sigma, or related professional certification; Experience supporting facility construction, plant expansion, infrastructure, or manufacturing engineering projects; SAP experience

Benefits

20% bonus eligibility; Benefits