What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Operations (North or South) position at GMS Piling Products?
Now Hiring: Director of Operations – North & South Regions (2 Openings)
📍 Region-Based | Multi-Site Responsibility
🏭 Manufacturing | Operations Leadership
🏢 OCI-GMS-Drilltools, LLC
OCI-GMS-Drilltools, LLC is seeking two experienced Directors of Operations to lead and optimize manufacturing and operational performance across our North and South regional facilities. These are highly visible, strategic leadership roles responsible for driving safety, efficiency, quality, cost control, and delivery excellence in a multi-site environment.
As Director of Operations, you will provide both strategic direction and hands-on leadership across assigned regional facilities. You will:
- Lead and oversee multi-site operations within your assigned region (North or South)
- Drive operational excellence through KPI management, Lean initiatives, and continuous improvement
- Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, EHS, Procurement, and Supply Chain
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
- Develop and mentor Plant Managers and operations leadership teams
- Own budgets, labor planning, and capital expenditures
- Support new site startups, expansions, and integration efforts
- Report operational performance directly to executive leadership
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
- 10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
- Proven multi-site operational leadership
- Strong background in Lean Manufacturing and operational KPIs
- Demonstrated ability to lead through change and scale operations
Preferred:
- Master’s degree (MBA or Engineering)
- Experience in industrial manufacturing environments
- Frequent travel between regional facilities
- Ability to work in manufacturing environments
At OCI-GMS-Drilltools, LLCs, we combine innovation, quality, and operational excellence to deliver industry-leading drilling products. As part of OCI, you’ll be joining a growing organization with strong leadership, career advancement opportunities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Apply directly through LinkedIn or contact our Talent team for more information.