Director of Operations

<div> <p><strong>About the Company</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>We are a private, high-growth manufacturer of engineered materials used in extreme industrial environments. We specialize in high-performance formulations where reliability and precision are non-negotiable. Our organization is currently transitioning from a lean, entrepreneurial shop to a scaled, process-driven operation. We are looking for a leader to bridge the gap between our technical excellence and our future capacity.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>The Role</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>The Director of Operations will serve as the primary architect of our daily manufacturing and administrative workflows. This is a high-autonomy role designed for a leader who thrives in "mid-sized" environments ($20M–$75M+) and enjoys the challenge of professionalizing operations without losing the company's entrepreneurial spirit. You will own the P&L impact of the floor, optimize supply chain logistics, and ensure our technical products meet rigorous customer standards.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><strong>Operational Architecture:</strong> Streamline production scheduling, procurement, and logistics to support a 2x increase in throughput.</li> <li><strong>Process Engineering:</strong> Audit existing manufacturing bottlenecks and implement scalable solutions (LEAN/Six Sigma) that don't sacrifice quality.</li> <li><strong>Cross-Functional Leadership:</strong> Manage the integration between the production floor and the front-office functions (finance, order entry, and customer service).</li> <li><strong>Systems Management:</strong> Drive the utilization of ERP data to make informed decisions on inventory levels and capital expenditures.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>What You Bring</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><strong>10+ years</strong> of leadership in a specialized manufacturing environment (chemicals, polymers, coatings, or advanced materials preferred).</li> <li><strong>Educational Background:</strong> A degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial) is highly preferred to understand our complex formulation processes.</li> <li><strong>The "Builder" Mentality:</strong> You have a track record of taking a "tight-knit" operation and implementing the systems required for the next level of growth.</li> <li><strong>Local Presence:</strong> Ability to be onsite daily in the Northern Philadelphia suburbs.</li> </ul> </div>