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Director of Operations

Olsun Electrics
Richmond, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/15/2026

Overview
We are seeking a strategic Director of Operations to lead and optimize our organization’s core functions. In this senior leadership role, you will drive operational excellence, foster innovative process improvements, and align business strategies with day-to-day execution. Your leadership will empower teams, streamline workflows, and ensure the seamless delivery of services that exceed expectations. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader passionate about scaling operations and shaping the future of a growing company.

Duties

  • Develop and maintain all manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirement, labor hours, cycles, and production costs to support organizational goals and growth
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire managerial staff in the Manufacturing, Maintenance, Safety, Quality, and Warehouse departments to achieve high performance and operational efficiency
  • Coordinates the establishment of production and quality standards, develops budget and cost controls, and obtains data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered
  • Provides guidance to the development of the manufacturing processes, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and equipment needs
  • Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and elevate quality standards
  • Reviews operating reports and directs resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent delays
  • Participates in formulating and administering company policies and developing long term goals and objectives
  • Establish performance metrics and reporting systems to monitor operational health and inform decision-making
  • Participates in senior leadership to collaborate on the strategic decisions to sustain the organization's success

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
  • Proven management experience in overseeing complex, custom oriented operations within a fast-paced environment
  • Strong strategic planning skills with a track record of translating vision into actionable plans
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and foster collaborative work cultures, cascading throughout the entire organization
  • Exceptional leadership qualities with the ability to motivate teams, manage change effectively, and drive organizational success
  • Extensive project management experience with a focus on process optimization and efficiency gains
  • Deep understanding of operations management principles, including workflow analysis and resource allocation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Manufacturing: 10 years (Preferred)
  • Operations: 10 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Richmond, IL 60071 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000

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