Director-Operations

The Director – Operations is responsible for managing and overseeing the performance of multiple manufacturing facilities and distribution centers in the North America which includes safety, quality, environmental, production, conversion costs and compliance with divisional and other corporate policies and procedures. 

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Champion a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and company HSE policies.
• Promote proactive risk management and continuous improvement in safety performance.

• Ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations across all production facilities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence principles.
• Optimize productivity, quality, inventory management, logistics, and supply chain performance.

• Maintain full P&L responsibility for the Building Products Business Unit.
• Develop annual operating plans, forecasts, capital budgets, and strategic business plans.
• Drive sustainable revenue growth, margin expansion, cash flow generation, and return on invested capital.
• Monitor business performance and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to achieve operational objectives.

• Lead innovation initiatives that strengthen competitive positioning and profitability.
• Collaborate with technical, engineering, and commercial teams to develop new products and market solutions.
• Evaluate market opportunities and prioritize investments that support strategic growth objectives.

• Build, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and succession planning for key positions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Finance, or a related discipline. MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience within manufacturing, building products, industrial, or related industries.
• Knowledge of building materials, construction products, distribution channels, and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale, multi-site manufacturing operations.
• Experience managing full P&L responsibility.
• Proven track record of delivering growth, operational improvements, and financial results.

Strategic Agility - Anticipates future market trends, evaluates risks and opportunities, and develops plans that position the business for sustainable growth.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk; use hand to touch, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel and crouch. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office.  Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.  May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators.  Travel up to 50% including air travel or auto travel

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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