Let Us Power Your Potential

Venture Solutions, a Taylor Company, is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future - and your career. We power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you're ready for something bigger - more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth - we should talk. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're looking for people like you.

Ready to reach your potential? It's time to look at Venture Solutions!

Your Opportunity: Venture Solutions is seeking a Director of Operations, for our location in Grove City, OH.This role willdirect and control the production, quality assurance, and administrative segments of the Plant's operations.This position is responsible for assuring attainment of profit, growth and market penetration objectives according to plan, as well as providing support to the Sales team to achieve service level agreements, interacting with Sales personnel and Clients, and actively engaging in positive management leadership to build and maintain a positive and productive work environment for all personnel in the facility.

Your Responsibilities:

• Selects, develops, trains and motivates staff to ensure attainment of short- and long-term growth objectives.
• Directs the Production Managers and Shift Supervisors in the operation of a multiple shift manufacturing facility, including development of a highly responsive production team.
• Directs the plant team on quality & service improvement and continuous improvement in all aspects of the business.
• Develops and improves measurement and control systems to ensure highly effective performance in the areas of productivity, quality and cost containment.
• Develops business plans and budgets to contribute to the overall growth and profitability of the Company.
• Negotiates vendor contracts and holds current vendors to contractual obligations.
• Oversees the effective management of purchasing, inventory control, warehousing, planning/scheduling and delivery.
• Keeps VP of Operations apprised of progress toward objectives through monthly progress reports and financial reporting.
• Identifies areas requiring improvements and ensures the appropriate production or administrative functional areas implement necessary actions.
• Directs the development of preventive maintenance programs for the physical facility and plant equipment.
• Responsible for promoting and maintaining a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company standards for all employees.
• Supports the implementation of automated systems throughout the plant.
• Remains informed of competitive activities, trends in the market, as well as maintains a sound relationship with customers.

You Must Have:

• BS in Business, Industrial Engineering, Printing Management or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years broad management experience in a manufacturing plant
• Previous P&L experience, budgeting and metrics-based management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of key financial terms such as CTO, NIBT, EBITDA, Revenue, Fixed and Variable Costs, etc
• Strategic planning and demonstrated skills at writing implementable business plans
• Excellent communication, change management and project management skills
• Excellent leadership and strategic thinking skills
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and motivate employees
• Results oriented
• Ability to find innovative approaches to solving problems and accomplishing goals
• Ability to travel up to 10-20%

This location adheres to the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). All employees must undergo a federal background check, which requires U.S. citizenship.

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest graphics communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provide a diverse set of products, services, and technologies addressing the toughest communication challenges. For nearly 50 years, Taylor has been a premier provider of powerful and innovative products, services, and expertise for individuals, businesses, and distributors large and small. Our 10,000+ employees spanning 26 states and seven countries work diligently to create the interactive, printing, and marketing solutions that have helped build some of the world's more recognizable brands. Everything we do begins with identifying the unique priorities and needs of our customers and creating one-of-a-kind solutions. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including several health plans to choose from, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.