Director, Operations

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

Director of Operations leading manufacturing operations at Ceco Door in Milan, Tennessee. Driving operational excellence and team development in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeMilan • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and drive performance improvements in a manufacturing environment.

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Lean ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementOperational ExcellenceTeam LeadershipBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Lean ManufacturingToyota Production SystemTotal Productive MaintenanceOperational Metrics DevelopmentPerformance ManagementGemba WalksKaizen Events5S ActivitiesAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

LeadershipEmployee EngagementCommunicationTeam DevelopmentAccountability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelWord

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing OperationsOperational EfficiencySafety ComplianceQuality StandardsCost Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for manufacturing operations, ensuring teams are aligned, engaged, and equipped to achieve world-class performance.
Drive operational excellence through Lean principles, continuous improvement, employee development, and a relentless focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Lead and develop a team of managers and supervisors across manufacturing operations.
Build a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Develop and deploy meaningful operational metrics that align teams around business objectives and performance outcomes.
Drive improvements in quality, productivity, on-time delivery, and operational efficiency.
Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System, and Total Productive Maintenance principles.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives through Gemba walks, Kaizen events, 5S activities, and employee involvement.
Develop both strategic and tactical plans to address changing business demands and customer expectations.
Oversee operational budgets and drive performance improvements through cost management and waste reduction initiatives.
Establish effective communication processes that ensure alignment and accountability throughout the organization.
Mentor and coach leaders on employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, and team development.
Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Partner with other ASSA ABLOY Door Group locations to share best practices and drive operational consistency across the organization.
Support organizational growth through thoughtful workforce planning, operational improvements, and leadership development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, or a related field.
5+ years of progressive manufacturing or operations leadership experience with a proven history of delivering results through teams.
Experience leading managers and supervisors in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated success driving operational improvements through Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
Strong understanding of continuous improvement, employee engagement, and performance management.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
Experience managing budgets, controlling costs, and improving operational performance.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word.
Ability to effectively prioritize multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Company Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance
401(k) Program with company contributions
On-site Health Clinic
Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Discount portal
Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career