Operations Director

Job Description:Company OverviewThe ITW Fluids North America Division is a manufacturer of lubricants, cleaning chemicals, and corrosion preventatives formulated to maximize equipment productivity and product quality for customers. ITW Fluids Division includes five facilities in the United States and is a division of Illinois Tool Works, a Fortune 150 company.  We go to market through B2B with a focus on the automotive, aviation, fabricated metal, food processing and machinery manufacturing market segments. Offering a brand portfolio that is well recognized within these industrial channels, our premium products address customer pain points and our direct sales team provide expert value-added consulting at the customer level.

ITW Pro Brands has 250 employees and 4 manufacturing facilities in: Olathe, KS, Tucker, GA, Easton, MD, and DeWitt, IA.Our Values:Simplicity: focusing on the essential core of each business opportunity, guided by the “80/20” rule to streamline processes, systems and structures.Shared risk: collaborating as a team, taking joint responsibility, and learning from trial and error to drive innovation.Integrity: honesty, transparency, and doing the right thing in all business dealings, regardless of brand and location.Respect: valuing diversity in cultural backgrounds and fostering an open environment where innovation can thrive.Trust: relying on employees to uphold the highest professional standards and act in the company’s best interests.What We Offer: ITW’s benefits package is designed to provide comprehensive support for physical, mental, and financial well-being including healthcare, retirement planning, paid leave, wellness programs, and opportunities for charitable involvement.Position Summary:The Director of Operations provides overall direction, strategy, and planning for the division’s manufacturing facilities.  The Director of Operations, in partnership with the Plant Managers, will have overall responsibility for manufacturing operations at each facility to include manufacturing, shipping/receiving, quality, regulatory, EHS, maintenance, engineering, strategic sourcing and customer service. Core ResponsibilitiesDevelop team members through coaching, feedback, and performance reviewsPromote a strong culture of quality, safety, and environmental complianceSet strategic direction to improve profitability, productivity, and efficiencyDefine site goals and ensure effective use of resourcesBuild and execute functional strategies and annual plans with site and EHS leadersPartner across teams on innovation and new product developmentDrive continuous improvement using established tools and practices by championing ITW toolbox initiatives for manufacturing operations.Direct and report on performance against operational metrics: Safety/Cost/ QualityLead global sourcing efforts to meet division goalsEnsure operations meet customer and company quality standardsDrive strong customer service performanceOversee major capital projects across facilitiesCoordinate cross-functional teams for efficient product launches and updatesPartner with HR to build culture and support ITW valuesEncourage communication and collaboration across teams and sitesOther duties as assigned.Travel: 30-50% for facility visits.Qualifications / Requirements10+ years of manufacturing management experience with proven leadership successBachelor’s degree in a technical field (Mechanical Engineering preferred)Strong knowledge of project management tools and methodsExperience managing a full-scale manufacturing operation (formulation to shipping)Familiar with ERP systems, GMP, EHS, regulatory and quality standardsKnowledge of inventory management, sourcing, and lean manufacturingExperience overseeing multiple manufacturing sitesSkilled in process control, lean practices, and change managementSolid understanding of quality systems and customer service practicesStrong communication and collaboration skills; able to influence at all levelsProven ability to build teams, develop talent, and manage performanceEffective leader who drives results through othersStrategic thinker with strong attention to detailSelf-directed and able to work independentlyStrong work ethicCompensation Information:$142,500 -$237,500ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Job SummaryJob number: JR8630Profession: Manufacturing