Director of Operations

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

As Director of Operations, you will be a key member of the site leadership team, reporting directly to the General Manager and driving the long-term success of the business. You will provide strategic and operational leadership across manufacturing, supply chain, maintenance, facilities, environmental health and safety, and continuous improvement functions. Your impact will be measured by your ability to deliver safe, efficient, and scalable operations while supporting growth, profitability, customer satisfaction, and workforce development.

What you'll do

• Lead all operational functions to achieve performance goals in safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and execute operational strategies that support business objectives and regulatory compliance.
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence throughout the organization.
• Convert customer demand into successful operational execution, ensuring commitments are met for delivery, quality, and cost performance.
• Identify and implement sustainable improvements that enhance predictability, efficiency, and profitability.
• Oversee maintenance and facilities programs to maximize equipment reliability, uptime, and site performance.
• Lead process improvement and engineering initiatives, including capital investment projects and facility expansion efforts.
• Promote workplace organization and visual management practices that create a safe, efficient, and professional environment.
• Develop and coach a high-performing leadership team through succession planning, talent development, and performance management.
• Partner with the General Manager and senior leadership team on strategic planning and business growth initiatives.

What you need

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university.MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.
• 7+ years related experience overseeing Operations in a Manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years leading multiple functional departments through subordinate managers.
• Proven leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence skills in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 6S methodologies with demonstrated implementation success
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and operational performance metrics.
• Experience leading capital projects, facility improvements, or expansion initiatives.
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system experience; Infor XA experience - preferred

What we offer

• Opportunity to play a critical leadership role with direct influence on business performance and growth.
• High visibility within the organization and partnership with executive leadership.
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Career growth opportunities while leading transformative initiatives that drive long-term success.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What happens next

Once your application is submitted, our recruiting team will review your qualifications and experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted regarding the next steps in the interview process. We strive to keep candidates informed throughout the hiring journey.

This position requires U.S. Person status or U.S. Citizenship, including lawful permanent residents (green card holders), refugees, and asylees, in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Salary Range:

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.