Job Title:
Director of Integrated Operations
Company: Direct Recruiters, Inc.
Location: Baltimore, MD
Created: 2026-05-09
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
A growing industrial equipment company is hiring a hands-on operations leader to take full ownership of manufacturing + supply chain performance.This is not a maintenance role.This is a fix-it, build-it, make-it-better role.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end operations across assembly, machine shop, supply chain, and field serviceEvaluate and optimize make vs. buy strategies, sourcing, and supplier partnershipsImprove project execution, scheduling, and delivery performanceDrive accountability and performance across a mixed-tenure workforceBuild scalable processesEstablish and elevate quality systems and operational disciplineWhat makes this different:High visibility, direct line to CEOReal authority to make changesCustom / engineered-to-order builds (not repetitive production)Opportunity to modernize operations (systems, AI, processes)What We're Looking ForProven leadership experience in manufacturing + supply chain within a small-to-mid-sized capex environmentBackground in custom, engineered-to-order or job shop manufacturing (not high-volume production)Strong financial acumen with experience improving gross margins and operational performanceExperience in industrial automation or electro-mechanical systemsHands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves leadership styleTrack record in turnaround, transformation, or high-growth environmentsAbility to lead cultural change and develop teams across experience levelsPreferred:Lean / Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement exposureERP optimization experienceExposure to quality systems and structured operating frameworksAdditional DetailsMinimal travel requiredRelocation support available (within continental US)Sponsorship available for the right candidateComprehensive benefits package