Senneca Holdings
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Introduction
At Senneca, we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the innovators that created our brands from traffic doors, to cold storage doors to fiberglass doors and beyond. We are committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations and to provide doors that offer safety and protection to our customers’ most important assets…people, products, capital investments and processes.
Overview
We are searching for an experienced Director of Operations at our
Mankato, MN
facility.
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Director of Operations to lead and enhance all aspects of operational performance across our facilities. This role is responsible for ensuring on-time delivery, product quality, cost control, and operational excellence through effective leadership, workforce development, and continuous improvement.
Company Paid: Life Insurance, STD, and LTD 3 weeks PTO 8 paid holidays in 2025 Parental Leave
Additional Benefits:
401k with company match Medical, dental, vision Employee Discount Programs Miscellaneous other optional benefits Career development and tuition assistance Diverse, inclusive and welcoming culture
Responsibilities
Oversee all operational functions to meet customer commitments, including timely shipments, quality assurance, and cost objectives. Lead site-level operations teams to optimize order processing, inventory management, receiving, shipping, and returns. Ensure appropriate staffing levels aligned with operational needs and budgetary targets. Implement training programs to standardize and elevate performance across all facilities. Develop and execute operational policies aimed at increasing competitiveness and profitability. Identify and lead initiatives to enhance productivity, minimize waste and scrap, and maintain production standards. Direct capital expenditure plans and manage major operational projects (e.g., facility reconfiguration, new equipment installations). Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to drive operational efficiency.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience managing multi-site operations. Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, equipment, and process improvement strategies. Background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement frameworks. Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills across all organizational levels and external stakeholders.
Experience Expectations:
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in metal fabrication or a related industry.
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At Senneca, we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the innovators that created our brands from traffic doors, to cold storage doors to fiberglass doors and beyond. We are committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations and to provide doors that offer safety and protection to our customers’ most important assets…people, products, capital investments and processes.
Overview
We are searching for an experienced Director of Operations at our
Mankato, MN
facility.
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Director of Operations to lead and enhance all aspects of operational performance across our facilities. This role is responsible for ensuring on-time delivery, product quality, cost control, and operational excellence through effective leadership, workforce development, and continuous improvement.
Company Paid: Life Insurance, STD, and LTD 3 weeks PTO 8 paid holidays in 2025 Parental Leave
Additional Benefits:
401k with company match Medical, dental, vision Employee Discount Programs Miscellaneous other optional benefits Career development and tuition assistance Diverse, inclusive and welcoming culture
Responsibilities
Oversee all operational functions to meet customer commitments, including timely shipments, quality assurance, and cost objectives. Lead site-level operations teams to optimize order processing, inventory management, receiving, shipping, and returns. Ensure appropriate staffing levels aligned with operational needs and budgetary targets. Implement training programs to standardize and elevate performance across all facilities. Develop and execute operational policies aimed at increasing competitiveness and profitability. Identify and lead initiatives to enhance productivity, minimize waste and scrap, and maintain production standards. Direct capital expenditure plans and manage major operational projects (e.g., facility reconfiguration, new equipment installations). Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to drive operational efficiency.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience managing multi-site operations. Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, equipment, and process improvement strategies. Background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement frameworks. Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills across all organizational levels and external stakeholders.
Experience Expectations:
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in metal fabrication or a related industry.
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Employment type Full-time Job function
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