Category: Engineering & Manufacturing
Location: Urbandale, Iowa
Work Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $150,000 - $175,000
Salary: $150,000 - $175,000
Work Model: On-Site
Reference #: 44952
Our client is searching for a driven Director of Operations with the ability to shape both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy without the heavy bureaucracy of a large corporation. In this role, you'll have direct visibility into how decisions affect production, people, quality, and financial performance. You'll also have the opportunity to modernize processes, implement new systems, and drive continuous improvement with real autonomy. Apply today!
Work Model:
- On-Site
What You Will Do:
- Deliver accurate, timely production and order fulfillment
- Perform lean system design and ensure measurable waste reduction (scrap, inventory, lead time, labor)
- Oversee the product lifecycle (cost and margin, enhancements, SKU strategy)
- Establish operational scorecards with clearly-defined, measurable performance targets
- Lead the development of infrastructure, facility, and capacity strategies to support organizational growth plans
- Hold responsibility for MRP/ERP accuracy and production planning
- Manage equipment strategy and investment planning (CapEx)
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
- Strong experience in manufacturing operations, with proven success in scaling production efficiently
- Outstanding leadership, with the ability to cultivate a continuous improvement culture and grow high-performing teams
- High level of proficiency with waste reduction, lean manufacturing principles, and operational metrics
- Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
Benefits Overview:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k
- PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Aaron Christner at (319)-449-1200 or email Aaron at achristner@thepalmergroup.com
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About Palmer Group
At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.
As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.
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