Director, Operations

PSG® is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque®, All-Flo™, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em-tec®, Griswold®, Hydro™, Malema™, Mouvex®, Neptune®, PSG® Biotech, Quantex™, Quattroflow®, and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe, and Asia – in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com.

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company’s scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.

PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.

Summary: Reporting to the site General Manager, the Director of Operations will manage the daily production, inventory, supply chain, continuous improvement, and logistics to ensure safe, efficient, cost-effective, and timely delivery to our customers. They are responsible for development and implementation of strategy, growth, and profitability targets for the PSG Grand Terrace facility and the PSG North Hollywood facility.

They will have direct ownership for established safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and continuous improvement objectives. Additional areas of reasonability include but are not limited to the oversight of: Safety, Manufacturing Operations (Machine Shop and Assembly), Supply Chain, Capital Equipment, Facilities Management, Workforce Development, and Operations Strategy Deployment.  

A successful individual will deploy and maintain strong operational processes, be data driven, drive continuous improvement, and empower their team to solve problems. 

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, operations management, or a related field is required.
• MBA/Master’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or other operational leadership role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in a build to order/high-mix manufacturing environment required

• Proven background in the application of production/inventory control, procurement procedures and techniques, and logistics.
• Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to develop long-term strategic plans and follow-up action plan to execute on these deliverables.
• Proven leader with ability to motivate teams and drive accountability. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage business to achieve/exceed agreed-upon growth, revenue, and operating income objectives.  
• Oversee end-to-end supply chain process management, strategic supplier partnerships, warehousing, inventory management, and internal plant logistics.
• Ensure pr