Director of Operations

DISA Tech is seeking a Director of Operations to lead site and operational execution in Casper, WY campus (primary base). This role owns production and unit delivery end-to-end—from engineering handoff through build, commissioning, and customer support—while directing supply chain, production, technicians, and project management teams. The ideal candidate brings experience scaling equipment manufacturing or industrial technology operations, implementing quality and project control systems, and leading cross-functional teams in a high-growth environment. Reporting closely to the President, the Director will also serve as a strategic thought partner on scaling decisions, own safety and quality culture (with the HSO reporting into this role), and represent operations externally with customers and investors.

IDEAL CANDIDATE DESCRIPTION

The ideal candidate has project management experience in scaling equipment manufacturing or industrial technology operations, managing production/project delivery teams, implementing quality and project control systems, and leading cross-functional execution in a high-growth environment.

BENEFITS

$120k - $180k per year (paid bi-weekly)

401k Matching up to 4%

Excellent Healthcare Benefits

Work Schedule: M-T (7:30am - 5:30pm) and Fri (7:30am to 11:30am)

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Site & Facility Leadership

• Serve as the senior on-site leader for the Casper campus and provide operational oversight for the Westminster, CO facility.
• Accountable for operational budget and performance.
• Lead facility operations, including safety, compliance, security, maintenance, and 5S standards.
• Directly manage Supply Chain, Production, Operations Technicians, Project Management, and Health & Safety teams.
• Oversee team structure, staffing, hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management.
• Lead regular operational reviews to track performance, coordinate cross-functional activities, and resolve risks.

Production & Unit Delivery

• Manage Engineering-to-Operations handoff, including design release, approved BOM, drawings and specifications, unit configuration, technical deviations, and quality requirements
• Maintain visibility into production schedule/backlog and flag risks early
• Communicate directly with DISA Uranium on unit orders, shakedowns, and repairs; prioritize such unit orders according to internal agreements
• Manage spare parts, repair turnaround, and assist the technical services manager with field service logistics

Project Execution & Controls

• Establish and enforce consistent project execution and project controls practices, including baseline scope, cost, schedule, cash flow, change management, risk tracking, forecasting, and timely escalation of deviations
• Maintain an integrated capacity plan covering labor, shop loading, suppliers, long-lead materials, commissioning resources, field service, and expected unit backlog

Quality Ownership

• Own operational quality systems, including supplier quality, inspection, non-conformance management, corrective action, manufacturing records, factory acceptance testing, and feedback from field failures

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Own the handoff process between Engineering and Operations (design-to-build, BOM accuracy, change orders)
• Work with Engineering on design-for-manufacturability feedback loops
• Coordinate with Project Management around BD/Sales on delivery timelines and customer commitments

External-Facing Responsibilities

• Host tours for investors, customers, and external stakeholders
• Travel to customer sites periodically to audit equipment performance and crew operations
• Serve as an operational point of contact for key customer relationships

Meetings & Reporting

• Participate in weekly all-hands management, production, and engineering meetings
• Provide regular operations reporting/KPIs to leadership (throughput, on-time delivery, safety incidents, headcount)

Supply Chain & Vendor Management

• Own vendor relationships and procurement strategy for production materials/components
• Manage inventory levels and lead-time risk
• Negotiate contracts/pricing with key suppliers (or oversee whoever does)

Support Functions:

• Assist HR and IT with backend and operations/initiatives.

Education/ Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or equivalent hands-on experience considered in lieu of degree
•  8+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in equipment manufacturing, industrial technology, or heavy equipment/capital goods environments
• Proven track record scaling production or project delivery teams in a high-growth or startup-to-scale-up environment
• Direct experience managing cross-functional teams spanning supply chain, production, technicians, and project management
• Demonstrated success implementing quality systems (NCR/CAPA, FAT, inspection, manufacturing records) and project controls (scope, cost, schedule, risk tracking)
• Experience owning engineering-to-operations handoffs, including BOM management, design releases, and technical deviations
• Background in site/facility leadership, including safety culture, 5S standards, and compliance ownership
• Familiarity with capacity planning across labor, shop loading, and long-lead materials/suppliers
• Experience with customer-facing responsibilities such as commissioning, field service, or on-site performance audits
• Prior P&L-adjacent accountability (budget, inventory, labor productivity, warranty exposure) preferred

Required Skills

• Production planning and scheduling (backlog visibility, capacity planning)
• Project controls (scope, cost, schedule, risk/change management)
• Quality systems management (NCR/CAPA, FAT, inspection)
• Supply chain and vendor negotiation
• Cross-functional team leadership and staffing management
• Safety and compliance program ownership
• Engineering-to-operations handoff (BOM, drawings, technical deviations)
• KPI reporting and operations rhythm/governance
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and company information.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, supporting shared goals and fostering positive relationships.
• Adapt to dynamic environments and identify solutions to challenges with flexibility and problem-solving skills.
• Maintain professionalism with high attention to detail, reliability, accountability, and accuracy in all work deliverables.
• Uphold and demonstrate DISA’s Values of Dedication, Innovation, Sustainability, and Accelerate Change.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and maintain compliance with OSHA/MSHA and company safety standards.
• Be a valid U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout shop floor and facility for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 25-50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to interact with people and technology while either standing or sitting.
• To best service our customers, all employees must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to travel up to 25% 
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks such as typing. 

Benefits

• $120k - $180k per year (paid bi-weekly)
• 401k Matching up to 4%
• Excellent Healthcare Benefits
• Work Schedule: M-T (7:30am - 5:30pm) and Fri (7:30am to 11:30am)