Top 378 Director, production operations Jobs in Madison, Wi

Director of Manufacturing Operations
Ultratec, Inc. —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
Production Operations Director
Devons Chocolates LLC —Sun Prairie, WI
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director of Operations
Heartland Farm Sanctuary —Stoughton, WI
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Research
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Deputy Airport Director - Operations and Planning
Dane County —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
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Director, Production Operations
Sierra Space —Madison, WI
- $164,513 - $226,205 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Assembly
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Communications Director
State of Wisconsin - Senate —Madison, WI
- $77,076 - $117,528 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Mid-level
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Assistant Director
Kindercare Learning Centers —Waunakee, WI
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Clinic Director - Active RN or NP license required
Care Net Pregnancy Center —Madison, WI
- From $88,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- OSHA
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Site Director Before and After School $1,000 Bonus
KinderCare Learning Companies - Champions —Barneveld, WI
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Program Director (Clinical)
Willow Behavioral Health —Madison, WI
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Addiction Medicine
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Assistant Director of Nursing
Oak Park Place —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- RN License
- 5 years
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Director of Nursing (DON)
Charter Senior Living of Verona —Verona, WI
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- RN License
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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RN Director of Nursing-Assisted Living
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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After-School Program Director & Lead Teacher
Heart of Brooklyn Kool Kidz Program —Brooklyn, WI
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
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Team Lead - Manufacturing
Washington Mills —Sun Prairie, WI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Warehouse Associate- Forklift Operator
Fortune International, LLC —DeForest, WI
- $21 an hour
- Extended hours
- Basic math
- English
- Forklift
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Hospice Director
Interim HealthCare of Madison —Madison, WI
- $105,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- RN License
- Travel reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement
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Bakery Production Lead
Pan O Gold Baking Company —Sun Prairie, WI
- $27.54 - $29.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Production Supervisor, Recycling Operations, Madison, WI
Capstone Logistics LLC —Madison, WI
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
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Development Director
American Heart Association —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays

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Director of Manufacturing Operations

Ultratec, Inc. -
Madison, WI

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health savings account
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Professional development assistance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Customer communication
Stakeholder engagement
Staff supervision
Production data analysis
Production schedule optimization
Resource planning methods
Operations coordination planning
Practicing in a supply chain operations role
ISO 9001
Inventory management software
MRP
Change management
Managing supply chain management teams
Manufacturing facility experience
Team development
Production management software
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production
Managing manufacturing teams
Workforce management
Quality improvement programs in engineering
Legal compliance
Data-driven decision making
Manufacturing company experience
Implementing lean manufacturing processes
Cross-functional communication
Team building

Full Job Description

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader who enjoys balancing strategy with hands-on operational leadership?

Advanced Assembly, Inc. (AAI), an electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider located in University Research Park on Madison's west side, is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Operations to lead production, planning and scheduling, quality, purchasing, and inventory control functions.

This role is ideal for a collaborative leader who enjoys developing people, improving systems, and working alongside employees to drive operational excellence in a high-mix manufacturing environment. We are seeking someone who can think strategically, remain engaged in day-to-day operations, and build a culture of accountability, mentorship, and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will bring significant manufacturing leadership experience, preferably within electronics manufacturing, contract manufacturing, or other high-mix production environments. They will be a strong communicator, an experienced people leader, and someone who values long-term relationships, team development, and operational excellence.

Ideal Background

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in:

Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)
Contract Manufacturing
High-Mix, High-Volume Manufacturing
ISO 9001 Manufacturing Environments
Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
ERP/MRP Production Systems
Leading Production, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain Teams

Job Summary: The Director of Manufacturing Operations provides strategic and operational leadership for all manufacturing activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality products that meet customer requirements.

This role is responsible for overall performance of manufacturing operations, including production, planning and scheduling, quality, purchasing, and inventory control functions and their respective teams. The Director drives operational excellence, continuous improvement, and workforce capability development to support business performance and customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Operational Leadership

Lead manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives are achieved.
Oversee production planning and execution to ensure alignment with customer demand and business priorities.
Ensure manufacturing processes are efficient, controlled, and capable of consistently meeting quality and delivery requirements.
Monitor operational performance and lead corrective actions to address gaps in performance metrics.

Planning & Execution

Direct capacity planning and production planning activities to support on-time delivery and optimal resource utilization.
Ensure coordination between production, planning, quality, purchasing, and inventory control functions.
Oversee inventory accuracy and material flow to support efficient manufacturing operations.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with customer requirements and applicable quality management systems, including ISO 9001:2015.
Drive a culture of quality, including ownership of nonconformance resolution and continuous improvement of quality systems.
Partner with quality leadership to ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective action processes.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency.
Implement and sustain lean manufacturing principles across operations.
Identify and execute opportunities to improve cost structure, throughput, and overall operational performance.

Leadership & Team Development

Develop and lead a high-performing manufacturing leadership team.
Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across manufacturing functions.
Support team development, training, and succession planning efforts within operations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with engineering, supply chain, sales, and quality teams to ensure alignment of operational execution with business needs.
Support customer interactions as needed regarding production status, quality issues, and delivery commitments.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position provides leadership for all manufacturing operations and associated support functions, including production, planning and scheduling, quality assurance, purchasing, and inventory control. All manufacturing supervisors and functional leaders within these areas report to this role.

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Requirements: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Required Experience

Progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, including responsibility for leading managers or functional leaders.
Experience in electronics manufacturing or a high-mix, high-volume manufacturing environment.
Experience in subcontract manufacturing environments.
Strong background in production planning, scheduling, and operational execution.

Technical Knowledge

Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production planning processes.
Solid understanding of inventory management, material flow, and supply chain coordination.
Experience with quality management systems and regulatory compliance requirements, including ISO 9001:2015.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to analyze operational metrics and utilize data to drive decision-making and performance improvements.

Leadership Competencies

Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
Ability to establish accountability, drive results, and foster a culture of operational excellence.
Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage employees, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Ability to lead change and implement sustainable process improvements.

Education (Preferred)

Degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Quality, or related field preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to hear and talk; use hands to handle or feel objects,; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to an indoor manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

General Sign-Off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence of company policies.

All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, student status, physical appearance, sexual orientation, political beliefs, religion, genetic information, gender identity, a less than honorable discharge from the military, and any other status protected by federal, state or local law and regulations.

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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director, production operations jobs in madison, wi

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