Located in Denver, CO
Pay: $86/HR - $96/HR
Job Full Description
Position: Director of Operations
Location: Denver, CO
Salary: $180,000 - $200,000+ annual salary | $86/HR - $96/HR
Schedule: Monday-Friday – On-site
About the Position: Specialized Recruiting Group is partnering with a manufacturing company in Denver to identify a dynamic Director of Operations to lead their growing production and distribution network. This individual will play a key role in optimizing plant performance, driving process improvements, and overseeing daily operations across manufacturing, warehousing, procurement, and logistics. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on leader with a strong financial acumen, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to unify teams under a shared vision. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company experiencing rapid growth and transformation, where operational excellence and leadership impact are highly valued.
Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of daily operations, including production, procurement, supply chain, quality control, warehousing, and logistics across multiple sites
- Lead and develop cross-functional teams to improve collaboration, accountability, and performance
- Implement systems and process improvements to drive efficiency, scalability, and cost savings across manufacturing and distribution functions
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational goals are met related to production output, fulfillment timelines, and cost optimization
- Champion a strong safety and compliance culture, ensuring adherence to OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure planning to support long-term operational strategy and financial performance
- Partner closely with executive leadership to align operational execution with broader business objectives and growth initiatives
- Identify opportunities for automation and modernization of equipment, systems, and workflows
- Strengthen supplier and vendor relationships to maintain production continuity and negotiate favorable terms
- Collaborate with HR and department leaders to foster a positive, high-performance culture built on transparency and continuous improvement
Qualifications:
- B.S. in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
- 10+ years’ in senior leadership within manufacturing, packaging, or related industries
- Proven experience managing multi-site operations
- Background in distribution and DTC fulfillment (Amazon, Costco, etc.)
- Strong financial acumen – must be comfortable discussing trends, budgets, and forecasting with finance-driven leadership
- CapEx planning and execution experience
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary in the $180K–$200K+ range, commensurate with experience
- Annual performance bonus opportunity of up to 20%
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match to support long-term financial growth
- Paid time off and company-recognized holidays
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule and minimal weekend work
- Opportunity to play a key leadership role in shaping operational strategy and culture within a growing manufacturing organization
How to Apply: Please submit your resume to Maggie.Ross@SRGExpress.com with subject line “Attn: Maggie – Director of Operations”.
*Please note, only selected candidates will be contacted for further consideration*
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Denver, CO 80203
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