Operations Director - based onsite Florence, KY

Operations Director - based onsite Florence, KY

Join to apply for the Operations Director - based onsite Florence, KY role at Jabil

Operations Director - based onsite Florence, KY

Join to apply for the Operations Director - based onsite Florence, KY role at Jabil

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Base pay range

$220,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Operations Director – based onsite in Florence, KY
The Operations Director is responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of factory operations, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and exceptional customer satisfaction. This role drives operational excellence, strategic planning, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and profitability.
This role requires a results-driven leader who can balance strategic vision with hands-on execution to drive operational success.
Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy: Oversee factory operations, including electrical/mechanical assembly, testing, purchasing, planning, production, and inventory control. Align daily operations with company objectives and customer expectations.
• Operational Excellence: Develop and implement strategies that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and drive revenue growth while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Team Management: Lead and develop a high-performing team, ensuring cross-functional collaboration, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Customer Engagement: Act as a key liaison with customers to enhance output, yield, and satisfaction through proactive communication and problem-solving.
• Process Improvement: Drive change management initiatives, implementing continuous productivity and cost-reduction programs. Identify opportunities for resource optimization and operational efficiency.
• Financial Oversight: Set policies, forecast revenue and capital expenditures, and manage budgets to ensure financial health and sustainability.
• Compliance & Quality: Ensure all operations comply with industry regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Extensive experience in factory operations, in manufacturing, assembly, or industrial environments.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to optimize operational costs and business performance.
• Proven track record in change management, process improvement, and driving efficiency initiatives.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and business analytics tools.
  

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in operations, with a strong track record of leadership, process optimization, and strategic execution in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in high-technology manufacturing services: electronics, data center, server/rack production, semiconductors, or similar industry.
• Experience with new product introductions required.
• Extensive experience working directly with customers and managing customer relationships.
• Minimum of four (4) years of personnel management and team development experience.
  

Benefits Package with Jabil
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Long Term Incentives
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Community Volunteer Opportunities
  

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Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accessibility Accommodation

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to or calling with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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