Director of Operations Job Listing at Kelly Services in South Windsor, CT (Job ID 10064680)

Description

Director of Operations
Location: South Windsor, CT
Shift: 1st Shift
Salary: $120,000–$140,000+ (based on experience)
Hours: 1st shift 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday-Friday 

Kelly has partnered with a premier client to fill this critical leadership role.

Job Overview 

The Director of Operations oversees multiple managers and departments, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational excellence. This role focuses on integrating diverse functions, driving productivity and quality improvements, and establishing systems for compliance and audits. Responsibilities include vendor management, supply chain oversight, production planning, and scheduling. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations across multiple production departments to meet customer requirements for quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Set clear goals and objectives using a LEAN mindset; communicate effectively through meetings and performance planning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business units and customers.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for multiple departments.
• Develop and retain talent through coaching, mentoring, and training programs.
• Act as a team leader with integrity, fostering collaboration and alignment with organizational vision and values.
• Drive continuous improvement and share best practices across departments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 6–8 years of related experience (industry preferred).
• MBA or advanced degree preferred; 10+ years of experience ideal.

Skills & Competencies

• Leadership: Ability to inspire, coach, and build consensus.
• People Skills: Works effectively in diverse environments.
• Time Management: Meets deadlines efficiently.
• Decision Making: Logical, confident, and ethical.
• Problem Solving: Systematic approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Analytical Skills: Critical thinking and trend analysis.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Communication: Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Continuous Learning: Proactive in skill development and knowledge sharing.

Additional Requirements

• Public speaking and client presentations.
• Occasional travel.

Interested? Apply today to join this dynamic team! Schedule a time directly on my calendar with this link https://calendly.com/dans465

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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