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Director of Operations

Confidential
Confidential Salary
Wentzville, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/30/2026

Are you ready to lead operations for a bold new distribution and production venture?

An established and growing organization is expanding its operations in the Southern Midwest and seeking an experienced Director of Operations to play a critical leadership role in launching and managing a new facility.

This is a unique opportunity to help build something from the ground up, drive operational excellence, and make a lasting impact on the success of a growing business.

What You'll Do Launch & Lead

  • Play a key role in the startup and development of a new operation, helping establish processes, culture, and operational standards from day one.
  • Lead and develop teams while creating a high-performance, accountable work environment.

Drive Results

  • Monitor and improve key performance indicators including labor efficiency, productivity, throughput, order fulfillment, and operating costs.
  • Utilize data and reporting tools to identify trends and implement operational improvements.

Ensure Quality & Compliance

  • Maintain high standards of product quality and operational consistency.
  • Partner with Quality and Food Safety teams to ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness.

Champion Continuous Improvement

  • Apply Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and operational excellence.

Promote Safety

  • Lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OSHA, GMP, and company safety standards.
  • Conduct regular safety audits and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workplace.

What You Bring

  • Proven leadership experience in manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, food production, or related operations environments.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience utilizing performance metrics and operational data.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization.
  • Excellent communication, coaching, and team-building abilities.
  • A hands-on leadership style with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to employee development.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to play a pivotal role in launching a new operation and shaping its future success.
  • Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where your ideas and leadership will make a direct impact.
  • Strong growth potential within a stable and expanding organization.
  • Competitive salary, performance-based bonus opportunity, and comprehensive benefits package.

If you're excited by the opportunity to build, lead, and grow a new operation, we encourage you to apply today.

Pay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $130,000 - $140,000

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