The compensation range provided for this role is an estimate based on available market data. The actual amount may vary considering the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please discuss the flexibility and details of our compensation philosophy with your recruiter.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday of YOUR Choice
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Plans + Employer Match
• 100% Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Teladoc® Services, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• HSA, FSA and Pet Insurance Options
• Safety Boot and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement 
• And more!

What You Can Expect Working in the Director of Operations Position 

The Director of Operations leads and manages the Operations department across manufacturing, inventory, logistics, transportation, and service functions. This role ensures efficient systems, processes, and reporting to drive operational excellence. Working through managers and supervisors, the Director oversees performance, fosters cross-department collaboration, and implements strategies that align with company goals while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic direction for operations, designing and leading initiatives that drive long-term efficiency and excellence.
• Oversees manufacturing, inventory, logistics, transportation, and service teams by setting goals, monitoring performance, and developing talent.
• Uses data and reporting to analyze cycle times and trends, supporting capital planning and continuous improvement efforts.
• Leads system implementations, automation, and process improvements to optimize operations.
• Establishes procedures and controls to strengthen communication, information flow, and organizational planning.
• Regularly evaluates operational results and present findings to senior leadership.
• Promotes collaboration and effective communication across departments to achieve company objectives.
• Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal laws governing business operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) or equivalent; ten years+ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
• 5+ years of experience in production or manufacturing. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) with a focus in Excel. 
• High level of communication across departments and with Leadership.  
• High level of analytical/critical thinking. 
• Experience with contact management systems. 
• Valid Driver’s License. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Overall P&L experience and accountability.
• Ideal candidate will have worked with several departments and be well versed in juggling multiple team

Supervisor Responsibilities  

This job does have supervisory responsibilities including up to 6 subordinate supervisors who supervise a total of up to 50 employees. As a people manager, you will coach and develop employees in alignment with company policies and values, using corrective action where needed. You will be the direct contact for team questions and concerns and will support your team to maximize operational success. 

Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
• None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work.)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please provide a brief description of your reasonable accommodation to accommodations@lange.us.com 

Department/Division: RGDS 

Reports to: VP of RedGuard Diversified Structures

Location: Thomasville, GA

Position Type:  Full-time  

Travel Requirement:  Less than 25%
FLSA Status: Exempt

About The Company

Purchased by RedGuard in 2021, RedGuard Diversified Structures is a trusted provider of structures for severe weather and asset protection. Our two brands, Survive-A-Storm Shelters and Matador Steel Buildings, offer comprehensive safety solutions for families and businesses. Our tornado shelters are debris and impact-tested through the Texas Tech Wind Institute to ensure safety, and they bear the seal of the National Storm Shelter Association. Matador Steel Buildings offer rugged steel pole barn structures to protect your assets. We prioritize safety and quality by using high-quality steel manufactured in the USA. With a focus on quality and attention to detail, RedGuard Diversified Structures is the trusted choice for protective structures. 

For more information, visit https://redguarddiversifiedstructures.com/