Job Description

Director of Operations
Western Wisconsin | Full-Time | Direct Hire | M-F 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM $140,000–$160,000 base, with flexibility

Konik is partnering with a growing, well-established manufacturing company to add a Director of Operations to their leadership team. This role will oversee production, quality, and maintenance functions, driving operational performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the organization.

This is a high-impact leadership position focused on optimizing manufacturing processes, improving capacity, and building a strong, accountable team culture. The Director of Operations will play a key role in aligning production with sales demand, improving quality metrics, and leading strategic operational initiatives.

Director of Operations Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations across production, quality, maintenance, and warehouse functions
• Establish and track KPIs to improve manufacturing efficiency, throughput, and capacity
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing scrap, rework, and inefficiencies
• Partner with sales and production control to align capacity with incoming demand and maintain lead times
• Develop and implement quality goals, reporting systems, and improvement strategies
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DNR, and other regulatory standards
• Evaluate capital equipment needs and provide ROI-driven recommendations
• Oversee facility operations, equipment maintenance, and overall infrastructure performance
• Lead, develop, and mentor teams while fostering a strong culture of accountability and communication

Director of Operations Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (Millwork or Building Materials)
• 5+ years of leadership experience overseeing production or operations teams
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong understanding of production planning, quality systems, and operational metrics
• Experience with capital planning, equipment evaluation, and process optimization
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in a fast-paced environment

Benefits Include

• Health insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• HSA with matching employer contributions.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

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Konik is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.

Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.