Dir of Operations

ASSA ABLOY • Rapid City, SD

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About The Position

Are you a hands-on operational leader ready to take a high-performing manufacturing business to the next level? Are you a results-driven, self-directed leader with a strong ownership mindset and a passion for continuous improvement? Do you thrive in complex manufacturing environments where operational excellence, people leadership, and customer focus go hand in hand? If you answered yes to these questions … we should connect! MPI KY LLC, a newly acquired ASSA ABLOY branded company, is looking for a Site Manager to lead our Rapid City, South Dakota manufacturing operation. Come see who we are at: www.assaabloy.com Our team is growing and there has never been a more exciting time to join us! What would you do as our Site Manager? You will have full responsibility for the performance and growth of the business, overseeing operations from order entry through shipping, with accountability for P&L, operational efficiency, customer experience, safety, and regulatory compliance. You’ll play a critical role in driving Lean manufacturing principles, strengthening operational discipline, and partnering cross-functionally to grow the Door and Frame business in alignment with Door Group. You will also: Lead all manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, inventory control, labor planning, and equipment maintenance Drive operational excellence through Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives Monitor and analyze production metrics (output, efficiency, downtime, quality, and cost) to identify improvement opportunities Oversee order entry, customer service, production planning, and forecasting to meet customer demand Ensure consistent achievement of production, quality, safety, and cost targets while maintaining a long-term strategic view Build, lead, and develop a high-performing leadership team in partnership with site HR Drive a strong culture of safety, accountability, and employee engagement Develop and execute effective retention, succession, and workforce planning strategies Be a visible, accessible leader who coaches and mentors teams across shifts Foster a collaborative, respectful, and performance-driven work environment Lead cross-functional collaboration across departments to achieve company objectives Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and corporate policies, AADG programs, and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred
• Proven senior leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (metal forming experience a plus)
• Strong background in manufacturing operations, including production planning, quality, cost control, and continuous improvement
• Solid financial acumen, including P&L ownership and understanding of financial statements
• Experience coaching and mentoring teams, willingness to be physically present leader who is accessible and visible during shifts.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to leverage metrics, forecasting, and reporting to drive performance
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

• metal forming experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, inventory control, labor planning, and equipment maintenance
• Drive operational excellence through Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor and analyze production metrics (output, efficiency, downtime, quality, and cost) to identify improvement opportunities
• Oversee order entry, customer service, production planning, and forecasting to meet customer demand
• Ensure consistent achievement of production, quality, safety, and cost targets while maintaining a long-term strategic view
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing leadership team in partnership with site HR
• Drive a strong culture of safety, accountability, and employee engagement
• Develop and execute effective retention, succession, and workforce planning strategies
• Be a visible, accessible leader who coaches and mentors teams across shifts
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and performance-driven work environment
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across departments to achieve company objectives
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and corporate policies, AADG programs, and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities
• Flexible Spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount portal
• Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees