Director of Manufacturing Operations
Stanley Cowton International, Columbus, OH, United States
Site Leader / Director – Manufacturing Operations
Lead a Major Manufacturing Operation Supporting Global Consumer Brands
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced
Site Leader / Director
to lead a large-scale manufacturing facility supporting some of the world’s most recognised consumer brands.
This site is a key North American operation within a
global manufacturing organisation , producing high-volume personal care and cosmetic products. The facility plays an important role in supporting major international customers through formulation development, bulk manufacturing, filling, and packaging operations.
The business has a strong reputation for quality and operational capability and is continuing to invest in strengthening leadership and operational performance at the site level.
This position offers the opportunity to
lead a large manufacturing organisation, shape the leadership culture, and drive operational excellence across the facility.
The Opportunity The Site Leader will have full responsibility for the operational and financial performance of a large manufacturing facility employing approximately
500 employees across multiple shifts .
You will lead all core site functions including manufacturing, engineering, planning and scheduling, client services, and safety while partnering closely with corporate functions such as HR, finance, quality, and R&D.
This role requires a
hands‑on operational leader
capable of balancing operational stability with continuous improvement while building strong alignment across the leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership and direction for the manufacturing site
Maintain full
P&L accountability
for operational and financial performance
Lead manufacturing, engineering, planning, and operational support functions
Drive
operational excellence, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives
Strengthen collaboration across leadership teams and functional departments
Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across the site
Partner closely with commercial teams to support customer programs and growth
Ideal Background We are seeking a senior manufacturing leader who brings:
Experience leading
large-scale manufacturing operations
(300–700+ employees)
Background in
high-volume manufacturing environments
such as cosmetics, personal care, CPG, pharmaceuticals, or food
Experience driving
lean manufacturing, operational excellence, and productivity improvements
Strong leadership capability managing complex, cross‑functional teams
Leadership Style The successful candidate will be:
A
visible and hands‑on leader
who engages directly with teams on the manufacturing floor
A strong communicator who sets clear expectations and holds teams accountable
Skilled at building alignment across multiple departments and stakeholders
Comfortable leading both
operational stability and organisational improvement
Why This Role? This role offers the opportunity to:
Lead a
major manufacturing facility
supporting global consumer brands
Shape leadership culture and operational performance
Drive improvement and operational excellence across a complex operation
Play a key role within a growing international manufacturing organisation
Interested? If you are an experienced manufacturing leader interested in leading a large‑scale site and driving operational performance, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Please apply directly via LinkedIn or contact us confidentially for further information.
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Lead a Major Manufacturing Operation Supporting Global Consumer Brands
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced
Site Leader / Director
to lead a large-scale manufacturing facility supporting some of the world’s most recognised consumer brands.
This site is a key North American operation within a
global manufacturing organisation , producing high-volume personal care and cosmetic products. The facility plays an important role in supporting major international customers through formulation development, bulk manufacturing, filling, and packaging operations.
The business has a strong reputation for quality and operational capability and is continuing to invest in strengthening leadership and operational performance at the site level.
This position offers the opportunity to
lead a large manufacturing organisation, shape the leadership culture, and drive operational excellence across the facility.
The Opportunity The Site Leader will have full responsibility for the operational and financial performance of a large manufacturing facility employing approximately
500 employees across multiple shifts .
You will lead all core site functions including manufacturing, engineering, planning and scheduling, client services, and safety while partnering closely with corporate functions such as HR, finance, quality, and R&D.
This role requires a
hands‑on operational leader
capable of balancing operational stability with continuous improvement while building strong alignment across the leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership and direction for the manufacturing site
Maintain full
P&L accountability
for operational and financial performance
Lead manufacturing, engineering, planning, and operational support functions
Drive
operational excellence, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives
Strengthen collaboration across leadership teams and functional departments
Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across the site
Partner closely with commercial teams to support customer programs and growth
Ideal Background We are seeking a senior manufacturing leader who brings:
Experience leading
large-scale manufacturing operations
(300–700+ employees)
Background in
high-volume manufacturing environments
such as cosmetics, personal care, CPG, pharmaceuticals, or food
Experience driving
lean manufacturing, operational excellence, and productivity improvements
Strong leadership capability managing complex, cross‑functional teams
Leadership Style The successful candidate will be:
A
visible and hands‑on leader
who engages directly with teams on the manufacturing floor
A strong communicator who sets clear expectations and holds teams accountable
Skilled at building alignment across multiple departments and stakeholders
Comfortable leading both
operational stability and organisational improvement
Why This Role? This role offers the opportunity to:
Lead a
major manufacturing facility
supporting global consumer brands
Shape leadership culture and operational performance
Drive improvement and operational excellence across a complex operation
Play a key role within a growing international manufacturing organisation
Interested? If you are an experienced manufacturing leader interested in leading a large‑scale site and driving operational performance, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Please apply directly via LinkedIn or contact us confidentially for further information.
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