Director of Operations
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Location: Miamisburg, Ohio About Accelevation We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies.
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About Accelevation
We build what the future runs on.
Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies.
We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose.
Join us to build the future.
Your Impact
As Director of Operations, you will lead containment and flow operations across a high-volume, multi-shift manufacturing environment.
You’ll drive operational performance, stabilize and scale production processes, and build the systems, leadership, and accountability needed to support rapid growth and world-class execution.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end containment and flow operations across a multi-shift manufacturing environment focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) performance
- Build, coach, and hold accountable a multi-layer leadership team including managers, supervisors, and support functions
- Standardize operations through visual management, tiered accountability systems, and defined work processes across shifts
- Drive Lean Manufacturing and Toyota Production System (TPS) initiatives to improve throughput, reduce cycle time, and eliminate inefficiencies
- Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, and Production Control teams to drive root cause corrective action (RCCA) and prevent repeat defects
- Monitor operational KPIs including productivity, throughput, quality, and labor efficiency while ensuring alignment between floor execution and ERP/MES systems
- Lead containment-related customer engagements, escalations, audits, and operational reviews
- Balance labor planning, production capacity, and operational priorities to meet delivery commitments in a fast-paced growth environment
- Develop organizational capability through structured problem solving, coaching, and continuous improvement methodologies such as A3 and 5 Whys
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, production, or operations environments
- Experience leading high-volume, multi-shift manufacturing operations with accountability for significant business performance
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System (TPS), and continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience driving performance against SQDC metrics and leading operational transformation initiatives
- Proficiency with ERP and/or MES systems such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with changing priorities
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field required
- MBA, Master’s degree, Lean certification, or Six Sigma certification preferred
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance bonus
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Collaborative, high-energy workplace
Our Core Values
- Safety - We proactively protect our people and environment
- Inclusion - We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds
- Speed - We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile
- Innovation - We challenge assumptions and simplify processes
- Judgment - We make sound decisions with the business in mind
- Accountability - We take ownership and deliver results
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Inclusion is one of our core values - we build teams that celebrate and embrace diversity, fostering a culture of respect for all.
As part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
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