Director of Operations

Position Summary

Watertronics is seeking an experienced Director of Operations to lead manufacturing operations at our Hartland, Wisconsin facility. As a leader in custom-engineered water pumping solutions, we design and manufacture highly customized systems in an engineer-to-order environment.

The Director of Operations is responsible for driving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and continuous improvement while developing high-performing teams and supporting the company's growth. This position reports directly to the President and CEO and provides leadership across manufacturing, purchasing, production scheduling, shipping, and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and financial objectives.
• Develop production strategies, establish priorities, and optimize resources across departments.
• Partner with Engineering, Purchasing, Planning, and Customer Service to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Recruit, coach, and develop supervisors and employees while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and engagement.
• Manage departmental budgets, labor utilization, manufacturing costs, and capital improvement projects.
• Oversee maintenance and facility operations to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and quality standards while maintaining a safe, organized workplace.

Departments Overseen

• Fabrication & Paint
• Panel Shop
• Assembly & Test
• Shipping
• Purchasing
• Production Scheduling
• Maintenance & Facilities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field, or equivalent leadership experience.
• Seven or more years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience in a custom manufacturing or engineer-to-order environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, production planning, and operational metrics.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and drive operational performance.

Why Watertronics?

At Watertronics, every system we build is custom engineered to solve our customers' unique water management challenges. We offer an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by leading a talented team, improving operations, and helping drive the continued growth of an innovative manufacturing company.