Job Title:
Director of Operations
Department: Operations
Reports To: Chief Operations Officer
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt, On-site
Job Summary The Director of Operations will oversee the day-to-day activities of the company, ensuring that the organization is managed and performing efficiently and effectively.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Participates in the hiring and training of managers and employees.
Organizes and oversees the work and schedules of assigned staff.
Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
Duties/Responsibilities
Plans and organizes daily activities related to production and operations.
Measures productivity by analyzing performance data, financial data, and activity reports; identifies opportunities for improvement.
Evaluates and implements policies and procedures that will improve day-to-day operations.
Ensures work environments are adequate and safe.
Oversees manufacturing, materials handling, purchasing, and fulfillment departments, ensuring each is reaching goals set by departmental and company leadership.
Determines labor needs to meet production goals.
Plans, directs, controls, implements, evaluates, monitors, and forecasts budgets and cost of sales in each division to achieve financial objectives.
Communicates and explains new directives, policies, or procedures to managers; for major changes, meets with entire operations staff to explain changes, answer questions, and maintain morale.
Leads coordination and integration of efforts among operations, engineering, technology, and customer service divisions to produce smoother workflow and more cost-effective business processes.
Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Understands and operates under a quality system.
Required Skills/Abilities
Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in business and finance.
Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Superior managerial and diplomacy skills.
Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
US Citizen or green card holder required.
Up to 30% travel to suppliers and manufacturing locations.
Desired Skills/Abilities
Experience with ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or technical field desired; M.B.A. preferred.
Extensive and diversified background with at least 10 years of related experience.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to access and navigate the production facility.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
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Director of Operations
Department: Operations
Reports To: Chief Operations Officer
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt, On-site
Job Summary The Director of Operations will oversee the day-to-day activities of the company, ensuring that the organization is managed and performing efficiently and effectively.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Participates in the hiring and training of managers and employees.
Organizes and oversees the work and schedules of assigned staff.
Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
Duties/Responsibilities
Plans and organizes daily activities related to production and operations.
Measures productivity by analyzing performance data, financial data, and activity reports; identifies opportunities for improvement.
Evaluates and implements policies and procedures that will improve day-to-day operations.
Ensures work environments are adequate and safe.
Oversees manufacturing, materials handling, purchasing, and fulfillment departments, ensuring each is reaching goals set by departmental and company leadership.
Determines labor needs to meet production goals.
Plans, directs, controls, implements, evaluates, monitors, and forecasts budgets and cost of sales in each division to achieve financial objectives.
Communicates and explains new directives, policies, or procedures to managers; for major changes, meets with entire operations staff to explain changes, answer questions, and maintain morale.
Leads coordination and integration of efforts among operations, engineering, technology, and customer service divisions to produce smoother workflow and more cost-effective business processes.
Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Understands and operates under a quality system.
Required Skills/Abilities
Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in business and finance.
Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Superior managerial and diplomacy skills.
Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
US Citizen or green card holder required.
Up to 30% travel to suppliers and manufacturing locations.
Desired Skills/Abilities
Experience with ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or technical field desired; M.B.A. preferred.
Extensive and diversified background with at least 10 years of related experience.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to access and navigate the production facility.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
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