Director of Operations (Lexington, KY)

Company: Ajilon (TRAK Companies)
Location: Lexington
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

DescriptionAjilon is seeking a Director of Operations for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a client in the Lexington, KY area. In this position, you will direct all plant and production related operations in addition to providing guidance over the warehousing, distribution, and materials teams. We are seeking a strong candidate who has experience running a lean manufacturing operation and who knows how to drive business growth. The compensation is commensurate to experience and will range between $220,000-275,000 per year (plus bonus) and the benefit package includes a variety of medical insurance plans, Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan.***H1B/Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position***JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of all departments within the manufacturing facility
• Direct all business operations, review/revise standard operation procedures, prepare and maintain operations budget, and lead strategic planning meetings to ensure the achievement of company KPIs
• Ensure all departments are operating effectively, encouraging collaboration, and adhering to business quality standards
• Manage the company's global supply chain activities including procurement/sourcing, logistics, and distribution
• Focus on cost-effective initiatives to increase company profitability while maintaining high levels of customer service
• Oversee and manage customer concerns and work cross-functionally with Sales Department to ensure operational capabilities to match projected growth and customer needs
• Foster a collaborative work culture through open communication, high visibility and strong leadership--
• Be a proactive leader, self-motivated and able to analyze, react and develop a plan of action and see it through
• Be a team player, value people and be able to work with diverse personalities and backgroundsQUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management and/or Engineering is required (Master's Degree preferred)
• Minimum of 10+ years of High-Level Operations leadership experience within a manufacturing setting is required
• Must have experience with Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma/5S strategies and know how to effectively apply them within a manufacturing setting
• Must have experience using an ERP/MRP system
• Strong business acumen and experience with strategic planning, budgeting, resource allocation, human resources, sales, customer service and leadership of direct reports
• Proven track record of implementing initiatives resulting in increased organizational efficiencies and profitable outcomes
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with customers, employees and fellow leadership, exemplifying professionalism and driving a culture of positivity and excellence
• H1B Sponsorship is not available at this time for this position*ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Director of Operations Job in the Lexington, KY area, please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.ajilon.com/candidate-privacy/The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
  
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