What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Operations position at HRX Head Hunters?
We are a fast-growing CDMO producing pet wellness consumables and topicals. With over 150 employees across two shifts, we deliver high-quality, safe, and compliant products to leading brands.
Role Summary
The Director of Operations will lead all manufacturing activities at our Hialeah site, driving efficiency, technical excellence, and compliance in a high-volume, regulated environment. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical and process engineering expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead 150 employees across two shifts, ensuring production goals and safety standards.
- Improve KPIs (OEE 80% , OTIF 98% , scrap <2%, year-over-year cost reductions).
- Implement Lean/Six Sigma, 5S, and SPC to optimize efficiency and reduce waste.
- Oversee equipment reliability, automation upgrades, and process validation.
- Ensure FDA and cGMP compliance, maintaining audit readiness.
- Manage budgets, production costs, and continuous cost savings.
- Develop technical and leadership talent across the operations team.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Engineering, Operations, or related field; Master’s preferred.
- 8 years in manufacturing leadership, with 2 at the senior level.
- Strong technical background in process/industrial engineering, automation, or operations.
- Experience in regulated manufacturing (FDA, cGMP).
- Lean/Six Sigma certification strongly preferred.
- Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in safety, cost, and quality.
Salary : $140,000 - $150,000
