Director/Chief Operations Officer at Frey Consulting Group

Career Staffing Talent (CST) is working with a global aerospace maintenance tooling company based in Springfield, Ohio, to recruit a Director of Operations(background in metal manufacturing MUST HAVE). The role details are below, reporting directly to the CEO. The position will sit at the local Springfield manufacturing facility.

The position is full-time in-office, M-F. Compensation is listed in the job description, but we may have room to negotiate (DOE).

THIS POSITION IS AN IMMEDIATE HIRE. THE INTERVIEW PROCESS WILL BE STREAMLINED.

ALL INQUIRIES WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL.

Responsibilities

1. Report directly to the CEO, monitor company revenue margins, and conduct budget reviews to maximize profits.
2. Oversee the management of all operations and related services, including design engineering, manufacturing engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality, with support from department specialists (Sales, HR, IT, Quality, Communication, etc.).
3. Collaborate with the human resources department to create job descriptions, develop key performance goals, evaluate staff, hire competent personnel, and oversee employee training programs.
4. Develop innovative solutions to meet client needs in design, manufacturing capacity, quality, on-time delivery, and cost.
5. Identify areas for improvement and recommend process changes to enhance productivity.
6. Plan and execute capacity expansion plans to meet market demands.
7. Oversee large projects and interpret performance reports.

Requirements

1. Preferred: Master’s degree in business, industrial/supply chain management, or a related discipline. A bachelor’s degree with additional relevant experience is also acceptable.
2. Minimum of 8 years of supervisory experience in a production environment, preferably in metal manufacturing (design, welding, assembly, and testing).
3. Proficient with MRP, including implementation and Go-Live procedures.
4. Experience in scheduling/prioritizing jobs and coordinating workflow and employee activities.
5. Knowledge of basic design, production principles, and functions.
6. Proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.); familiarity with CAD software (Catia, NX…) is a plus.