Carefree Of Colorado - Broomfield, CO
posted 4 months ago
The Operations Director for Carefree of Colorado is a pivotal role responsible for the comprehensive planning, manufacturing, and shipping strategy within the organization. This position is integral to aligning various plant departments with the overarching objectives of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency. The Operations Director will champion the development of team capabilities across multiple shifts, ensuring that operational business objectives are met effectively. Reporting directly to the VP of Operations, this role requires a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to leadership. In this capacity, the Operations Director will direct and lead the activities of the planning, manufacturing, and shipping teams. This includes developing an annual operating plan that clearly communicates objectives on both a daily and long-term basis. The Director will implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance visibility into departmental performance, supporting a culture of continuous improvement. Safety, quality, and facility stewardship initiatives will be a primary focus, ensuring that all team members are aligned with these critical areas while striving for improvement. Additionally, the Operations Director will be responsible for managing raw material shortages and improving inventory accuracy through diligent cycle counts and accurate production transactions. Collaboration with the Maintenance team is essential to identify and resolve equipment issues promptly, ensuring operational continuity. The role also involves providing insights into future business growth and potential changes, offering viable alternatives and addressing concerns as they arise. A significant aspect of this role is the people strategy, which includes building frontline capabilities through skill development and cross-training. The Operations Director will lead employee relations conversations, fostering accountability and recognizing successes within the team. Mentoring people leaders and setting clear performance and growth objectives will be crucial to the success of the operations team. From a financial and service perspective, the Operations Director will prioritize production effectively and lead new product launches from an operational standpoint. Monitoring business performance trends will be essential to anticipate and address issues that may compromise customer service and financial goals. The Director will facilitate capacity and labor planning processes to ensure reliable production and shipping plans that meet or exceed established targets. This role embodies Carefree's core values, including commitment to customers, quality, integrity, innovation, performance-based culture, and diversity.