Director of Operations/Production Building Materials Manufacturing

$110,000 - $145,000/Yr

GPAC - Houston, TX

Full-time - Senior

Houston, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Director of Operations is responsible for overseeing all activities within the plant's operations to achieve financial and operational goals. This role involves planning, organizing, staffing, and directing various departments, including manufacturing, accounting, human resources, and environmental health and safety. The Director will lead production initiatives, ensure effective resource utilization, and foster a diverse and inclusive work environment while driving continuous improvement and productivity gains.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all plant functions including Manufacturing, Accounting, Human Resources, and Environmental, Health, and Safety.
• Assume responsibility of the Leadership Team Integrator role.
• Embrace and utilize Core Values to drive decision making throughout the operation.
• Lead the Major Manufacturing Initiative process in a continuous improvement environment.
• Guide and support the Accounting area, including preparing operational and capital budgets annually.
• Guide and support the Human Resource function to meet operational needs and regulatory requirements.
• Guide and support the Materials Management area, including operational purchasing, planning, and customer service.
• Guide and support the plant EH&S program in compliance, improvements, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Develop ongoing capital project planning and execution.
• Maintain a positive rapport with all levels of the organization to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Collaborate with all levels of the organization to ensure alignment of goals and progress.
• Lead and support the development of plant employees and succession planning activities.

Requirements

• 5+ years in manufacturing leadership roles
• 5+ years managing operations in building materials manufacturing plant (truss, garage door, millwork, etc.)
• Masterful organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Superior knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance, customer service, production, and employee management
• Strong working knowledge of industry regulations, safety & compliance regulations and legal guidelines.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in business administration or related field
• Experience in developing budgets and business plans
• Superior negotiation skills for both internal and external purposes
• LEAN management experience.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus package