Director of Manufacturing Operations

Senior Director of Advanced Manufacturing

Location: Charlestown, NH Onsite / Multi-Site Leadership

We are partnering with an innovative and growing organization to identify a Senior Director of Advanced Manufacturing to lead and scale complex manufacturing operations. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on driving operational excellence, supporting growth, and building a scalable, high-performing manufacturing organization.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a seasoned manufacturing leader who can operate both strategically and hands-on—someone who thrives in complex, high-mix, regulated environments and has experience leading multi-site operations , implementing standard processes, and scaling operations for growth, including facility expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute a multi-site manufacturing strategy aligned with business growth, capacity, and customer demand
• Develop and standardize operating processes across sites to drive consistency, scalability, and performance
• Own and improve key operational metrics including OEE, throughput, yield, scrap, cycle time, and on-time delivery
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and capacity management across locations
• Drive alignment across Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain
• Lead and develop a high-performing leadership team, building bench strength and succession plans
• Champion Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Own operational financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, and capital planning
• Partner closely on supply chain strategy, inventory optimization, and supplier performance
• Ensure compliance with regulated environments (AS9100, ISO 9001, and similar standards)
• Support facility scale-up, new program launches, and operational expansion initiatives
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to drive data-driven decisions and operational visibility

What You Bring

• 10+ years of manufacturing experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles
• Proven track record managing multi-site manufacturing operations in complex environments
• Experience in regulated industries (aerospace, defense, medical device, microelectronics, etc.)
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational transformation
• Deep understanding of ERP/MRP systems, production planning, and capacity management
• Demonstrated success scaling operations and supporting facility growth or expansion
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization
• Ability to lead at both strategic and operational levels , driving execution across teams
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA and/or Six Sigma certification preferred

Why This Role

• Opportunity to lead and scale multi-site operations during a critical growth phase
• High visibility role with direct impact on strategy, performance, and expansion
• Collaborative, forward-thinking environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement