QualificationsKeys objectives:The Director, Manufacturing Operations helps our manufacturing sites in the United States, Canada, and France perform at their best. Working side by side with site leaders, this person connects the teams, removes barriers, shares what works, and creates the conditions for people to improve every day, while respecting the culture and reality of each site.Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations and working closely with the Focus Factory Managers, this role turns Operations priorities into practical execution. The Director brings people together, keeps the teams focused on what matters, and supports a culture where ideas are welcomed, problems are addressed openly, and everyone can contribute to better results.Responsabilities :Operational Excellence & Continuous ImprovementHelp the United States, Canada, and France sites achieve their safety, quality, delivery, cost, and service objectivesMake continuous improvement part of how we work every day, not a separate program, by encouraging practical ideas, learning, and shared problem-solvingConnect the sites so teams can share what works, improve processes, and deliver measurable and sustainable resultsManufacturing, Logistics & Distribution ExecutionCoordinate manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, and distribution execution to support customer delivery and inventory objectivesTranslate the Operations logistics and distribution strategy into practical site-level plans, routines, and performance indicatorsPartner with Supply Chain and site teams to improve material flow, distribution performance, and continuity of supplyEnd-to-End FlowUnderstand customer requirements through Sales, Customer Experience, IBP, and Supply Chain,



and translate them into clear operational prioritiesConnect demand, production, inventory, logistics, and distribution so the sites can deliver the right product at the right timeAnticipate gaps, coordinate recovery plans, and balance service, inventory, capacity, cost, and operational riskPeople Engagement & Cross-Site LeadershipCoach and support the Focus Factory Managers while keeping accountability and decision-making close to each siteSpend time with teams, listen to their ideas, recognize contributions, and create an environment where people feel trusted, involved, and proud of their workBuild one Operations team across different sites and cultures—one that collaborates, challenges itself, celebrates progress, and enjoys working togetherDevelop leaders, strengthen succession readiness, and ensure critical knowledge is shared and retainedStrategic Deployment & GovernanceTranslate Senior Director priorities into clear multi-site execution plans with owners, milestones, and performance indicatorsProvide consolidated visibility on performance, risks, resource needs, and required decisionsPartner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance,



and other functions to support timely executionProfile & ExperienceOperations leader with strong hands-on manufacturing experience and credibility with shop-floor teamsProven success supporting multi-site operations and bringing people together across different culturesPractical continuous improvement mindset focused on solving real problems and sustaining resultsApproachable and positive leader who listens, communicates openly, and makes it easier for teams to work togetherAble to balance clear expectations and accountability with trust, recognition, and local ownershipComfortable working in a fast-moving, international workplace and able to keep the team focused without losing the human sideQualificationsEngineering degree or equivalent experience in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or Operations10+ years of Managing experience in manufacturing operations.Proven experience managing multi-site operationsStrong hands-on expertise in shop-floor execution, industrial performance, and operational problem-solvingDemonstrated ability to deploy standardized processes and governance models across sitesSolid experience in industrialization / NPI ramp-up and process robustnessContinuous improvement experience (Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent), applied pragmatically to operationsStrong leadership skills with a track record of engaging teams and developing operational leadersComfortable leading in an international, multi-site, multicultural, matrix, and cross-functional environmentThis role requires a combination of technical and management skills, as well as the ability to adapt to a constantly evolving, international environment. The Director of Manufacturing Operations plays a critical role in the company's operational success by ensuring effective management of operations.

📌 Director Of Operations (Brossard)
🏢 Distech Controls
📍 Brossard