Director of Operations – Equipment Division

Kleen-Rite Corp.•Columbia, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kleen-Rite Corp. is seeking a hands-on, results-driven Director of Operations to lead, optimize, and align operations across its Equipment Division, which includes assembly production locations in Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Arkansas. This role is responsible for improving day-to-day operational performance through site leadership, supporting financial outcomes, and ensuring alignment across purchasing, production, and workflow management. The Director of Operations will work closely with site leaders and executive leadership to improve efficiency, implement systems, and help define future operational needs. This is an ideal opportunity for a strong operator who thrives in a small-to-mid-sized environment, enjoys building structure, and is comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Requirements

7–12+ years of progressive operations experience with demonstrated leadership responsibility
Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience
Experience in hands-on manufacturing, fabrication, or operational environments preferred
Experience overseeing multiple teams or locations highly desired
Strong understanding of operational workflows, inventory, and purchasing processes
Ability to quickly assess operations, prioritize opportunities, and execute with minimal oversight
Comfortable working in a hands-on, evolving environment with changing priorities and imperfect systems
Demonstrated ability to improve processes and drive efficiency
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data-driven decision making
Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and supporting profitability
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work primarily from company headquarters with travel as needed to support multi-site operations

Responsibilities

Oversee operational performance across multiple locations through local site leaders to ensure production goals, timelines, and quality standards are met
Conduct regular check-ins with site leaders to monitor performance, remove obstacles, and maintain alignment
Manage workflow across locations, ensuring resources are prioritized effectively
Build strong working relationships with site teams and establish consistent expectations across locations
Monitor inventory levels and material availability across all locations
Partner with purchasing to ensure timely ordering and cost-effective sourcing
Identify and address risks related to supply, stock levels, and lead times
Monitor operational and financial performance, including costs, efficiency, and key performance indicators
Identify opportunities to expand internal capability through make-vs-buy analysis of products and components
Support budgeting efforts and identify opportunities to improve profitability and reduce waste
Partner with leadership to evaluate operational decisions and their financial impact
Lead or support ERP implementation planning and adoption across locations
Drive development and standardization of SOPs and BOMs to improve consistency and scalability
Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvement initiatives
Provide guidance, coaching, and support to site leaders and team members
Foster accountability, communication, and continuous improvement across teams
Establish performance expectations, develop team capabilities, and ensure accountability across all production sites