Senior Director, MN Operations

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director, MN Operations to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space.

This leader will oversee site operations for a manufacturing environment in Minnesota, with a strong focus on safety, quality, cost, and delivery performance. The role will partner closely with engineering, supply chain, and site leadership to drive operational excellence and support the successful transition of new products into high-volume production. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for an operations executive who can strengthen processes, develop teams, and deliver measurable results across the plant network.

Location: Chaska, MN - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $220,000 – $280,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance at the site.
• Oversee safety, quality, cost, and delivery for fluid handling operations across multiple Minnesota locations.
• Direct site planning, scheduling, purchasing, manufacturing, and logistics activities.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve customer supply and quality issues.
• Develop and implement performance objectives that support operational excellence.
• Support new product transitions from engineering to high-volume manufacturing.
• Strengthen leadership capabilities within the operations leadership team and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical or Mechanical; advanced degree in Business or Management preferred.
• 10+ years of plant manufacturing or operations experience with a proven track record.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, particularly in semiconductor or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Familiarity with New Product Introduction (NPI), product scale-up, and commercialization.
• Strong commitment to exceeding customer expectations in safety, quality, and on-time performance.
• Demonstrated financial acumen, including plant budgeting and cost management experience.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification is desirable.

Benefits

• Generous 401(K) plan with strong employer match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays annually.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) policy.
• Education assistance for continuous learning.
• Values-driven culture focused on People, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellence.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.