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Director of Operations | Manufacturing

Vernon Hills, Illinois Permanent USD130,000 - USD160,000 per year View Job Description
Utilizing your strong background in CNC Machining, the Director of Operations will be tasked with transforming our client's plant from a mid-sized, family owned manufacturer, into a modern, efficient aerospace supplier. The Director of Operations will head up all internal operations of this plant which is a specific business unit of a much larger, Midwestern conglomerate
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  • Work in tandem alongside company leadership
  • Ability to work for an AS9100 certified, direct aerospace supplier

About Our Client

Our client is an aerospace supplier of complex parts who was a family-owned company up until a year and a half ago. The Director of Operations will be tasked with taking the owner's place at the head of the facility following his recent departure. The Director of Operations is also exposed to senior leadership within the larger conglomerate for more opportunities for further growth.

Job Description

  • Utilize background in CNC Machining (Mills, Lathes, Grinding Machines) to troubleshoot production issues on the floor
  • Manage 6 direct reports, and over 100+ indirect reports
  • Handle P&L responsibilities, be an active part of the leadership strategy team
  • Hand's On Role - lead by example
  • Design Fixtures and Jigs in Solid-Works
  • Troubleshoot machinery programming - do not need to be an expert.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, seeking ways to be more efficient and optimize cost savings opportunities
  • Identify production problems and present creative solutions to Senior Leadership
  • Communicate with customers and regularly perform DFMA



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Associates Degree or Higher Required
  • 7+ years experience in a CNC environment
  • 5+ Years of Leadership Experience (Experience of over 100+ indirect reports highly preferred)
  • Extensive experience with SolidWorks
  • "Hands On" Mentality, not afraid to get your hands dirty
  • Experience with fixture design, Jig creation, and DFMA
  • GD&T Experience

What's on Offer

  • Base Salary from $130,000 to $160,000, depending on relevant experience
  • Profit Sharing Bonus Options, in addition to Annual Personal Bonus
  • 3 Weeks PTO in addition to 3 Sick Days
  • 3% 401k Match
  • 11 Company Paid Holidays
  • Full Health, Dental, Vision Benefits Option
Contact
Michael Turner
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6554828

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Operations Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Vernon Hills
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Michael Turner
Job Reference
JN-102024-6554828