Operations Director

Terex Corporation
United States, New Hampshire, Newton
22 Whittier Street (Show on map)
Oct 24, 2025
Position Summary Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Operations Director is responsible for the operational aspects of Newton site encompassing production, supply chain, HSE, and warehouse functions. Duties & Responsibilities: Provide leadership and direction to the operations teams Oversee day to day operations of the production facility & financial aspects of the operations in line with budgets Develop and maintain best practices and production efficiencies in line with the broader Terex Business Systems using lean techniques Promote a culture of continuous improvement & strive towards best practice world class manufacturing Improve the capabilities & capacity of the manufacturing unit, achieving on-time delivery & cost targets Efficiently integrate new products into production Lead, develop & motivate staff towards the achievement of targets & objectives on an ongoing basis Act as an integral part of the sites S&OP process to ensure common understanding of capacity, build schedule and supply constraints Collate and provide all management reports as requested to both site management and the wider Terex Materials Processing group Provide relevant information and detail on an annual basis for the factory budgeting process in conjunction with the Financial Controller Ensure timely and relevant communication with all relevant departments in the businesses Ensure full compliance of entire team with site policies, procedures and HSE regulations Cooperate with the wider Terex Materials Processing Group in relation to the implementation of manufacturing strategies and other relevant duties Develop department strategies, business plans, and implement schedule to achieve goals Conduct manager performance reviews and manage expectations Oversee department's overall performance and hold team accountable for meeting expectations Ensure compliance to safety and all Company policies Manage conflicts and provide solutions Other duties as assigned Skills and Experience Bachelor's Degree is highly preferred 5+ years' experience in a leadership position A proven track record of operational achievement in a manufacturing environment is essential Background of managing a fast moving manufacturing facility (preferably engineering) including supply chain & Warehouse functions Experience of and a proven track record of staff management, appraisal & development of teams A strong motivator with excellent communication skills Proven track record of consistently meeting financial targets Ability to motivate and lead a team Excellent communication & IT skills Drive and energy for results Practical and commercially aware Flexible in approach and hard working Business acumen Strategic ability and innovative Ability to prioritise and organise Timely decision making Ability to work in an environment that is fluid with changing priorities Highest level of integrity, honesty, and trust