What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Plant Operations position at Avon Protection?
Job Title: Director of Plant Operations
Location: Cleveland, OH
Business Unit: Team Wendy
Purpose of Position:
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on leader to oversee day-to-day plant operations with a focus on efficiency, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. This role will drive alignment between production goals and business priorities, manage key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The Director will report to [Insert Reporting Line] and play a critical role in operational readiness, workforce management, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily plant operations to meet production, safety, and business objectives.
- Manage KPIs across operational areas, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
- Ensure full compliance with OSHA, DoD, and other relevant regulatory standards.
- Promote a proactive safety culture and implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Oversee physical security, including access control and defense-related compliance (e.g., ITAR, CMMC).
- Direct facility maintenance and infrastructure projects to optimize asset performance.
- Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs and facility upgrades.
- Manage staffing, scheduling, and performance of the hourly workforce.
- Collaborate with HR and Production leadership on workforce planning and training.
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to support new product introductions and existing production lines.
- Contribute to capital planning and investment decisions.
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. or M.S. in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
- 10 years of experience in plant operations or manufacturing leadership.
- Proven track record in managing KPIs, compliance, and cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of regulatory standards including OSHA, DoD, ITAR, and CMMC.
- Experience in physical security and facilities management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead hourly workforce and drive engagement.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with capital planning and operational budgeting.
About Avon Technologies:
We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders. With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection. We do this through our two brands, Avon Technologies and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
- Flexible Schedule
- Generous paid time off
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Bonus Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401k Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Mentorship Program
- Supplemental plans
- Company-paid life and AD&D
- Medical/Dental/Vision
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserved the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.
Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.
U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.
To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within Avon that may present access to export controlled technical data, Avon must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).
The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon's sole election. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).
U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.
To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within Avon that may present access to export controlled technical data, Avon must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).
The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon's sole election. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).
The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Cleveland, OH is $140,000 to $180,000 Annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.
EOE, Including Vet/Disability
Salary : $140,000 - $180,000