Director of Operations

Executive Leadership Opportunity
Rapid Prototyping & Engineering | Sacoma Specialty ProductsFranklin & Edinburgh, Indiana
Help Shape the Future of Two Growing Manufacturing Organizations
Rapid Prototyping & Engineering and Sacoma Specialty Products are seeking an accomplished manufacturing leader to join our executive leadership team as Director of Operations.
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this role provides strategic and operational leadership across two engineering-driven manufacturing organizations specializing in precision machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and value-added manufacturing.
This is more than an operations leadership position.
It is an opportunity to help shape the future of two growing organizations by developing people, strengthening operational performance, and building upon a culture rooted in accountability, continuous improvement, technical excellence, and exceptional customer service.
We're looking for a leader who understands that operational excellence isn't achieved through metrics alone—it is built by developing people, creating alignment, solving complex challenges, and building systems that enable long-term success.
What You'll DoAs Director of Operations, you will partner closely with executive leadership to translate business strategy into operational execution while leading manufacturing operations across both organizations.
Key responsibilities include:Providing strategic leadership across machining, fabrication, assembly, quality, and manufacturing operations.Developing and mentoring supervisors, managers, and future leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Driving measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and financial performance.Championing Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen operational performance.Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.Collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Sales, Supply Chain, and Human Resources to support customer commitments and future growth.Identifying opportunities to improve manufacturing capability, operational efficiency, and organizational effectiveness.Helping position both organizations for continued growth through disciplined execution and strong leadership.
What We're Looking ForThe successful candidate will bring a proven track record of leading manufacturing organizations, developing high-performing teams, and improving operational performance.
Qualifications include:Progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including senior operations leadership.Experience leading precision machining, fabrication, or other engineering-driven manufacturing operations.Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.Experience managing operational performance, financial results, and key business metrics.Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
Why Join Rapid & Sacoma?Rapid Prototyping & Engineering and Sacoma Specialty Products have earned strong reputations by helping customers solve complex manufacturing challenges through engineering expertise, precision execution, and long-term partnerships.
Our continued success is driven by more than our technical capabilities. It is built on a culture that values integrity, teamwork, accountability, innovation, responsiveness, and a passion for continuous improvement.
As Director of Operations, you'll join an experienced executive leadership team committed to investing in people, technology, and operational excellence. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategy, develop future leaders, strengthen operations, and make a lasting impact on the future of both organizations.
What We OfferCompetitive executive compensationPerformance incentive programComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits401(k) with company matchCompany-paid life insuranceGenerous paid time off and paid holidaysThe opportunity to help lead two growing manufacturing organizations during an exciting period of continued investment and growth
If you're an accomplished manufacturing leader who enjoys developing people, improving operations, and building organizations positioned for long-term success, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
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