The Contribution You'll bring to this Role: The
Director of Operations will provide overall leadership and direction for the Broomfield, CO and Titusville, PA sites, ensuring excellence in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and culture. This position will oversee all functions within the facility-including manufacturing, engineering, quality, maintenance, planning, warehouse operations, and EHS-while partnering closely with HR, finance, and corporate leadership to align site performance with business objectives.
This role will drive a customer-focused, LEAN-based culture, fostering continuous improvement, operational discipline, and employee engagement throughout the organization.
In this role, you will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer, setting the stage for your career to soar! This role is your gateway to opportunities for advancement, with the potential to grow within the organization in 3-5 years as you make meaningful contributions to our organizational goals.
About the Team: As a member of our
Operations team, you will be dedicated to driving efficiency and excellence across all aspects of our business. With a focus on streamlined processes and innovative solutions, they ensure that our operations run smoothly and effectively. Comprised of skilled professionals who are leaders in their field, the team is committed to optimizing performance and delivering high-quality results. Their expertise is key to maintaining our competitive edge and supporting the growth and success of our company.
What You'll Do at Justrite: Operational Leadership - Lead all site operations, ensuring performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity meet or exceed expectations.
- Oversee and develop direct reports including Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Planning, Warehouse, and Quality leaders.
- Establish both short- and long-term operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives and sales forecasts.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and use data-driven decision-making to improve efficiency, throughput, and service levels.
Continuous Improvement & LEAN Transformation - Champion LEAN manufacturing principles and culture across all departments.
- Drive standardization, waste elimination, and process improvement through engagement at every level.
- Lead kaizen events and ensure visual management and accountability systems are in place.
Safety, Health, and Environment - Foster a proactive, safety-first culture ensuring compliance with all OSHA, EPA, and local environmental regulations.
- Lead site EHS initiatives to promote a safe, clean, and sustainable work environment.
People & Culture - Build and develop a high-performing leadership team, ensuring succession planning and career development opportunities.
- Promote open communication, teamwork, and accountability.
- Partner with HR to support employee engagement, retention, and organizational development.
Financial & Strategic Accountability - Prepare and manage annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Drive cost reduction and productivity initiatives while maintaining quality and service standards.
- Participate in strategic planning and contribute to broader business initiatives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Serve as the primary point of contact for corporate and business unit leaders on all site-related activities.
- Collaborate with supply chain, quality, finance, HR, and engineering teams to ensure alignment on priorities and resource allocation.
- Represent the site in business reviews and support corporate-level projects and new product launches.
Your Skills and Expertise: To ensure your success from day one in this role, Justrite requires the following qualifications at a minimum:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably with exposure to Reaction Injection Molding (RIM), Rigid and Integral Skin Foam, and open cast molding.
- Proven track record of LEAN leadership and cultural transformation in a manufacturing setting.
- Strong understanding of cost systems, production planning, quality management, maintenance, and safety programs.
- Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, foster collaboration, and develop future leaders.
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams); ERP system experience preferred.
Compensation: The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $160,000 to $200,000.
Actual base salaries will vary and may be above or below the recommended pay range based on factors such as but not limited to location, relevant experience and performance. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan to enhance their overall total compensation package when Justrite Safety Group and their business units achieve annual business and financial targets.
Benefits: Our benefits package at Justrite Safety Group is designed to be the best in the industry, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being. You'll receive a competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. We provide flexible hours and alternative work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance. These options vary depending on the specific roles and business needs.
Your financial future is secure with our 401K plan, complete with a company match, and you're protected with company-paid short and long-term disability insurance. To ensure you're at your best, we also offer generous paid time off, personal days, and a robust employee wellness program that supports your overall health and happiness. At Justrite, our benefits package is designed to help you thrive both in and out of the workplace.
