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Director of Operations

1 month ago


Norwich, United States Nordson Full time

Collaboration drives Nordson’s success as a market leader in Industrial Precision Solutions and Advanced Technology. Our employees thrive in an environment where we help each other reach our personal best and enable our company to continuously improve and grow, and our customers to succeed. You will find Nordson employees sharing our success by giving back in the communities around the world where we live and work.

From the mobile device in your pocket to the sensors in your car, and even life-saving medical devices, Nordson’s technology is used to make products that touch your life every day. Do you want to join a growing team in a market-leading technology company? We’re looking for motivated individuals who care about helping our customers succeed. If you value integrity, respect for people, customer passion, energy, and excellence, you’ll fit right in to the Nordson culture.

We are seeking a Director of Operations to join the Nordson EFD team. In this role you will be responsible for setting the direction, leading, and managing Nordson EFD Operations to maximize profitability within the strategic guidelines of the business. You will also set the overarching operations strategy and define detailed plans to drive sustainable and profitable growth. This leader will develop the long-term strategic plan for Operations while building a strong team through the Nordson Strategic Plan. As a member of the EFD leadership team, you will drive excellence in all aspects of the business.

How YOU Will Make An Impact

Overall responsibility for the operations and procurement strategy as well as the entire supply chain management at both the Rhode Island & Connecticut Nordson EFD locations. Establish manufacturing objectives and assignments that align with EFD strategic and operating plans. Responsible for the operations optimization with a focus on simplification Deliver results and establish an operations management system to achieve operational excellence based on the overall EFD vision and strategy. Optimize on-time delivery, reduce backlogs, and increase productivity. Together with EFD Division Leadership, establish profitable growth and business targets and ensure they are achieved. Continuous improvement to increase the profitability of the business. Work closely with the Directors of Sales and Engineering to drive continuous improvement and consolidation across the EFD Global business. Promote internal exchange of best practices and establish advanced standards for our facilities. Driving innovation in operations through the implementation of new technologies. Coordinating global projects in the operations area

Qualifications To Be Successful

Successfully completed university studies as an engineer or comparable qualification (ideally in manufacturing technology) At least 10 years of proven operations leadership experience in the field of industrial manufacturing, ideally in the plastics field. Knowledge in the conception and implementation of simplification processes Bilingual is an advantage. Ability to set priorities and to work under pressure, can-do mentality. Self-motivated, independent, and proactive thinker with a deep desire to grow and learn. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and presentation skills

What We Offer

Starting day 1, your benefits include Medical, Rx, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), 401k (with match AND additional 3% annual company contribution), tuition reimbursement and Life Insurance. Annual cash bonus based on personal & company performance. In addition to paid time off and paid holidays, each employee receives 16 hours of paid time each calendar year to perform volunteer services in our communities. Full-service on-site cafeteria

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Office environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required : Estimated 50%

Nordson Corporation provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check, consistent with applicable laws.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters & Recruitment Agencies

Third party recruiters and agencies should not contact employees of Nordson EFD or its subsidiaries directly. Any resumes sent to a hiring manager or submitted to Nordson EFD employees are considered unsolicited and property of Nordson EFD. Nordson EFD will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with Nordson EFD’s Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.

Nordson Corporation provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check, consistent with applicable laws.

Third party recruiters and agencies should not contact employees of Nordson or its subsidiaries directly. Any resumes sent to a hiring manager or submitted to Nordson employees are considered unsolicited and property of Nordson. Nordson will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with Nordson’s Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.

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