Manufacturing Operations Director

Title: Manufacturing Operations Director

Location: Independence, MO

Salary: $196,000 to $217,000

Schedule: 980 Schedule

Websites: Winchester.com and WhiteFlyer.com

Focus: The Manufacturing Operations Director is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing, production, and operational functions within the ammunition facility. This role ensures operational excellence, safety, and efficiency while aligning with company goals and regulatory compliance. The Director will lead cross-functional teams, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and drive production strategies to meet customer demands and business objectives.

Manufacturing Operations Director Essential Job Functions:

• Foster a strong culture of employee safety while ensuring full compliance with OSHA standards and all applicable federal and state EHS regulations.
• Provide strategic leadership and professional development for area managers, supervisors, and front-line leaders to achieve daily, monthly, and annual operational objectives.
• Direct production operations to deliver high-quality components and finished products in alignment with customer and company requirements.
• Oversee inventory management processes to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure on-time delivery performance.
• Ensure the reliability and operational readiness of plant facilities, equipment, and critical infrastructure through proactive maintenance programs.
• Lead onboarding, training, and skill development initiatives to support workforce growth and capability.
• Manage operating budgets and fixed accounts, driving cost control measures and productivity enhancements to meet financial objectives.
• Collaborate on strategic planning initiatives, establish clear performance metrics, and align team efforts with site, divisional, and corporate priorities.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through Lean methodologies and Operational Excellence initiatives.
  
  

Manufacturing Operations Director Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree* in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline; Master’s degree or MBA strongly desired.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations; background in ammunition, metal forming, and/or high explosives manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with or ERP systems preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, analytical, leadership, project management, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume workload, balance multiple priorities, adapt to shifting demands, and collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• May require some travel - less than 10%.
  
  

Location-Specific Requirements:

• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.
• This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. The US Government does not allow non-US citizens on-site at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. Therefore, to be considered in the hiring process, the candidate must be a US citizen.
  
  

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Rooted in our corporate values , Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.

Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

• Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.
  
  

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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