Operations Director & Site Leader

Barry-Wehmiller•Flagstaff, AZ

2d•$172,000 - $184,000•Onsite

About The Position

Machine Solutions is seeking an Operations Director & Site Leader to lead its Flagstaff, Arizona manufacturing facility and drive operational excellence. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the role owns overall site performance, strategic execution, and leadership of manufacturing and warehouse operations, with first-priority accountability for team member safety. The leader oversees the Machine Shop, Assembly Operations, Procurement, Shipping & Receiving, Production Planning, and Inventory functions, partnering with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and HR to achieve business objectives. The role manages performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, and People metrics, site costs and financial performance, and key measures including OTD, COPQ, labor utilization and absorption, COGS, inventory, revenue, and EBITDA. The position also leads continuous-improvement activities, develops the site’s leaders and workforce, and supports cross-functional production and business planning. This is a full-time, on-site role at the Flagstaff facility, with regular time on the shop floor and in office settings. The work environment includes machinery noise, cutting fluids, and moving equipment. The role requires standing and walking for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs. Required PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear. The annual pay range is $172,000–$184,000 based on experience and qualifications, with eligibility for a target bonus. Relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
10+ years of progressive manufacturing operations leadership experience.
Proven success leading and/or partnering with production, quality, supply chain, inventory, and warehouse functions.
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, RCCA, and continuous-improvement methodologies.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, working knowledge of OSHA and EHS compliance, and a track record of improving safety performance.
Demonstrated financial acumen and experience managing operational performance and profitability, including P&L management.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with machinery noise, cutting fluids, and moving equipment, using required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced technical degree.
Lean Six Sigma certification.
Aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, or highly regulated industry experience.
Machining/CNC or other discrete manufacturing experience.
ERP/MRP systems leadership and implementation experience.

Responsibilities

Champion a safety-first culture, lead EHS compliance including OSHA requirements, and make safety the first consideration in operational decisions.
Lead all manufacturing, warehouse, and operational activities for the Flagstaff site.
Drive performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, and People metrics (SQDCP), and manage site cost and financial performance.
Foster cross-department collaboration, maximize team synergies, and eliminate organizational silos.
Lead daily SQDCP stand-up meetings.
Conduct Monthly Operations Reviews and present site performance to executive leadership.
Drive accountability for On-Time Delivery (OTD), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), labor utilization and absorption, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), inventory performance, revenue, and EBITDA.
Partner with Quality to facilitate NCR/CAPA meetings and lead Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) efforts for systemic nonconformances.
Collaborate with Supply Chain to resolve kit shortages, material variances, and production constraints.
Lead quarterly Kaizen events focused on cost reduction, operational efficiency, productivity improvements, and elimination of shop-floor waste.
Develop and mentor leaders and build a culture of accountability, engagement, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Lead hiring, performance management, succession planning, and employee relations in partnership with HR; ensure compliance with labor, employment, and safety regulations; and own workforce retention and skills development.
Partner with Engineering, Program Management, and customers as required on Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), incorporating manufacturability, operational readiness, capacity planning, quality considerations, and production execution requirements into product and program decisions.
Participate in Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) reviews to align demand forecasts, production capacity, inventory strategy, labor planning, and material availability with business objectives and customer commitments.