Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: On-Site Compensation: Base Salary $160,000+ Annual Bonus, Equity Opportunity Available Benefits: Comprehensive Health Insurance (BCBS), 401(k), 20-25 Days PTO
About Us
We are a growing manufacturing and engineering-focused company with 26 employees and an exciting growth trajectory. We're looking for a hands-on, entrepreneurial leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to play a key role in shaping the future of the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants meaningful leadership responsibility, the potential for vested equity, and the chance to make a direct impact on company growth and culture.
Position Summary
The Director of Operations will oversee the daily operations of the business, lead a team of six direct reports, and ensure the organization continues to scale effectively while maintaining exceptional customer service and operational excellence.
This role is highly focused on operations, people leadership, production scheduling, customer relationships, and organizational growth. Financial accounting expertise is not required, as this is not a finance-focused position.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of six direct reports.
Oversee daily business operations and workflow management.
Manage employee relations, staffing, and leadership initiatives.
Coordinate production scheduling and operational execution.
Serve as a primary point of contact for customer communications, including pricing discussions and project updates.
Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement efforts.
Support strategic growth initiatives while maintaining strong organizational culture.
Foster accountability, communication, and team performance across the organization.
Qualifications
Required
Leadership and management experience with direct supervisory responsibility.
Experience leading teams, departments, or a smaller organization.
Strong people management and communication skills.
Ability to make decisions confidently and lead in a dynamic environment.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Comfortable interacting directly with customers and discussing pricing and project requirements.
Preferred
Manufacturing industry experience.
Engineering background.
Experience with production scheduling and operational planning.
Growth-company experience is highly desirable.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
Entrepreneurial and growth-oriented.
Reliable and highly accountable.
Comfortable handling day-to-day operational challenges and people issues.
A strong leader who enjoys developing teams.
Interested in long-term growth and potential equity participation.
Practical, hands-on, and willing to roll up their sleeves when needed.
Work Environment
On-site position.
Flexible work schedule.
Approximately 50 hours per week.
No travel required.
Family-friendly culture with flexibility for personal commitments, supported by clear communication and accountability.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: Approximately $160,000+ (flexible based on experience and market conditions)
Annual Performance Bonus: Up to 20%
Total Compensation Potential: Up to $200,000+
Equity Participation Opportunity
BCBS Health Insurance
401(k) Plan
20-25 Days Paid Time Off
EOE