Director of Operations - Precision Components #1508

Our client is a globally recognized manufacturer of high-precision engineered components and systems, serving the aerospace, defense, and specialty industrial markets. Rooted in a proud tradition of production excellence, the organization has earned a distinguished reputation for delivering quality, dependability, and forward-thinking solutions.

The company is privately owned with a strong values-based culture, operating several manufacturing and engineering centers across the globe. It partners with top-tier OEMs and leading suppliers on some of the most technically demanding programs in the industry. The organization blends the resilience of an established enterprise with the responsiveness and ambition of a fast-growing manufacturer.

Our client is seeking a Director of Operations - Precision Components to step into a pivotal leadership position overseeing several operating divisions within the business.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned manufacturing leader who has a track record of managing complex, geographically distributed operations. The role is based onsite and involves routine travel across the company's manufacturing locations.

• Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives across all manufacturing locations
• Oversee production efficiency, supply chain performance, and process enhancement efforts
• Hold full P&L ownership for designated business units, driving financial results, cost control, and margin growth
• Guarantee adherence to all applicable regulatory standards and industry quality certifications

• Partner with engineering, sales, and program management teams to drive innovation and accelerate time-to-delivery
• Craft and implement business strategies aligned with broader enterprise goals to fuel long-term, sustainable growth
• Pursue opportunities for expanding into new markets, acquiring new customers, and forming strategic alliances

• Cultivate a culture rooted in accountability, teamwork, and servant leadership principles
• Champion talent development initiatives, succession planning, and the strengthening of organizational capabilities
• Attract, mentor, and grow high-performing teams spread across multiple facilities

• Uphold disciplined financial management, including precise budgeting and forecasting
• Communicate operational outcomes and strategic recommendations to the executive leadership team with confidence and clarity
• Achieve sustained, metrics-driven results against aggressive growth objectives

Requirements

Education:

• An advanced business degree (MBA or similar) is strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required

Industry Background:

• Proven success operating within highly regulated, quality-intensive manufacturing environments
• Significant expertise in precision machining, engineered systems, or component manufacturing
• Prior experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing is required
• Track record of managing multi-site operations with varied product lines

Leadership Background:

• Demonstrated effectiveness in senior operational or general management roles carrying full P&L responsibility
• At least 20 years of progressively senior leadership experience in manufacturing operations

Technical & Commercial Skills:

• Skilled at converting operational data and metrics into actionable strategic insights
• Proficiency in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement frameworks
• Robust financial acumen and analytical capability paired with a strategic outlook

Benefits

• Paid time off, family leave benefits, and relocation assistance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance package
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Competitive base salary aligned with experience (range: $250,000–$300,000)

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