Director of Operations

Overview

Headquartered in Old Saybrook, CT, Infiltrator Water Technologies is the leading provider of engineered plastic chambers, synthetic aggregates, tanks, advanced wastewater treatment systems, and accessories for the onsite/decentralized wastewater and storm water management industries. The majority of Infiltrator products are manufactured from recycled plastic. Founded in 1987, we operate throughout the US and Canada with 8 manufacturing plants in the US, dedicated sales, and corporate team members.  Infiltrator is a pioneer in innovative plastic technologies for underground water management. Infiltrator components are used in most onsite septic systems installed in the United States and Canada. Infiltrator is a proud Corporate Partner of Habitat for Humanity and each year donates components for 50 septic systems serving Habitat homes in North America. Infiltrator is committed to advancing the state of the art in all fronts, including product design, manufacturing, materials, wastewater science, marketing, management, and employee development. In other words, we strive to be the best we can be.

Responsibilities

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Company Description:

Orenco Systems, Inc. (subsidiary of Infiltrator Water Technologies) is a manufacturer of innovative onsite and decentralized wastewater collection and treatment technologies. Solutions include community collection systems, advanced secondary treatment systems, watertight fiberglass tanks, and in-tank pumping and filtration systems. Orenco also manufactures high-quality standard, custom, and OEM controls, along with state-of-the-art fiberglass buildings, tanks, and enclosures.

Infiltrator Water Technologies is a market leader within the onsite wastewater treatment industry, Infiltrator manufactures a variety of revolutionary products and innovative, environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional stone and pipe leachfield and concrete septic wastewater system components. We sell our products through wholesale distribution across the United States and Canada for use on properties with onsite wastewater treatment systems.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Operations is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing and optimizing all operational functions within Manufacturing Ops, Safety, Supply Chain, and Logistics. The Director will lead cross-functional teams, develop and implement operational strategies, and ensure seamless execution of processes to achieve organizational goals.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and KRA (Key Result Areas):

Safety/Culture

• Continuously maintains Orenco management's safety, cultural, and professional standards.
• Promotes, encourages, and reinforces a positive safety culture, safe practices, and a safe work environment to all employees.

Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with overall company goals and objectives, utilizing cross-functional workshops, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven analysis to ensure buy-in and effective execution.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, including quarterly KPI tracking and action plans, to identify areas for improvement and execute targeted initiatives.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment and effective communication, leveraging structured interdepartmental meetings and shared dashboards.
• Drive strategic initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance, using Lean or other process improvement methodologies.
• Facilitate change management by engaging stakeholders, providing training programs, and monitoring adoption metrics to ensure smooth transitions.

Operations Management

• Oversee and direct all operational functions, including supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing, fostering an employee-first and customer-centric culture.
• Ensure efficient and effective use of all resources, personnel, equipment, and facilities through capacity planning, resource allocation models, and utilization reviews.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure smooth and efficient operations, ensuring regular updates of documentation and training materials.
• Manage budgets and track performance against key performance indicators, using variance analysis to guide decision-making.
• Identify and address change management challenges, develo