Director of Operations North America "COO"

The Director of Operations - North America (Chief Operating Officer) will report to the North America President and be responsible for the overall operations of the North America region. This person will drive overall financial performance, operational excellence, continuous improvement, program management and health and safety (EHS) and the overall strategic direction and roadmap creating scalable and sustainable processes and systems.Client DetailsOur client for the Director of Operations - North America (Chief Operating Officer) opportunity is a global manufacturer with presence is over 100 countries and has a history dating back well over 100 years. They are a global market leader in their space and have patented technology and continues to invest in R&D and strategic growth within the North America region and globally.The Director of Operations - North America (Chief Operating Officer) will report to the North America President and be responsible for the overall operations of the North America region. This person will drive overall financial performance, operational excellence, continuous improvement, program management and health and safety (EHS) and the overall strategic direction and roadmap creating scalable and sustainable processes and systems. The Director of Operations will work day to day with the Plant Managers and their supporting cast to drive daily improvements and efficiencies, however will be looking at the overall greater picture from an overall corporate level driving process improvement, lean principles, and a process driven approach. The Director of Operations will have oversight of the Plant Managers, Supply Chain, and Procurement for the region. This role is based in the Chicago suburbs. Relocation is provided if needed.DescriptionOversee multi plant operations to ensure production efficiency, quality, customer satisfaction and cost-effective management of resources managing a team of high performing operations leaders and personalEstablish and implement safety programs in line with company values and policies.Responsible for day-to-day management of the business to achieve the budgeted operating profit and working capital targets, looking at the overall operating systems and efficienciesStreamline and improve the KPI (Key Performance Indicators) system focusing on leading indicatorsDevelop a plan for the next generation capabilities while recognizing the commercial opportunities aligning to the companys strategic planWork with Plant Managers, Supply Chain, and Procurement groups to improve efficiencies driving more synergy and a more consistent implementation of leanLead the improvement and adherence to the Operating Model to ensure standards are being met within the sites and from a corporate level while balancing the regional goals, processes and regulationsReview monthly financial pack to determine progress and status in obtaining objectives and revise plans as necessary in accordance with current conditions to meet the overall objectives.Ensure adequate resources (personnel, materials, equipment and training) are provided to meet the company objectives.Provide mentoring and guidance to employees.Promote and institutionalize the Continuous Improvement department through Kaizen to reach and empower team members to solve challenges collectivelyDevelop and implement with your team a strategy to ensure corporate EHS, Quality and Sustainability systems are deployedAdhere to all Environmental, Health, Safety, Security Requirements covered under Local State and Federal Regulations.Develop and implement a three-year plan in line with the company objectives and to promote revenue, profitability, and growth as an organizationProfileBachelors degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or related15 plus years of experience in engineering, operations, and manufacturing5 years of Sr. leadership experience in operations and plant management with responsibility over multiple locationsProven experience driving CI - Continuous Improvement, lean, standardization, EHS, and sustainability from a corporate levelMust have experience within a complex manufacturing environment - automotive, consumer good manufacturing, packaging, or relatedExceptional presentation, written, and verbal communication skillsHigh energy, teamwork, and passion for development team membersHigh sense of urgency and able to manage multi initiatives at a given timeAbility to influence and work cross functionally with multi groups and leadersAbility to travel 40-50% across North AmericaJob OfferCompetitive base salary $235,000 - $285,000, bonus, long term incentive, company car allowance - $1,000 per month, vacation, full benefits, 401K, holidays, relocation assistance if needed.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individuals status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.