Director of Operations

A leading metals manufacturing business serving the aerospace sector is seeking an experienced Director of Operations to lead its Pittsburgh facility. This is a high-profile operational leadership role with a clear path to a Vice President position.

As Director of Operations, you will:

• Lead a site of approximately 500 employees and drive a $250M P&L.
• Deliver operational excellence, improving efficiency, output, and overall site performance.
• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all aerospace standards, regulatory requirements, and quality systems.
• Partner with commercial and program leadership to support growth within the aerospace sector.
• Build and develop a high-performing leadership team and future operational leaders.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven senior leadership experience in metals manufacturing serving the aerospace industry (required).
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale operations (~500 employees) with full P&L responsibility.
• Track record of driving efficiency, capacity growth, and operational performance improvements.
• Deep knowledge of aerospace manufacturing standards, quality systems, and regulatory frameworks.
• Inspirational leader with the ability to develop talent and drive cultural change.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

Why This Role

• Lead a strategically critical aerospace metals manufacturing site.
• Opportunity to transform operations, drive efficiency, and increase output.
• Clear succession path to Vice President level.
• Competitive executive compensation including bonus and long-term incentives.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven aerospace operations leader to make a measurable impact and take the next step toward executive leadership.