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Operations Director (Packaging / Lean Manufacturing) Guadalajara, Mexico $130,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits + International Travel Opportunities An exciting opportunity for an experienced Operations leader to join one of the most respected names in global packaging, a company known for delivering sustainable, custom-engineered solutions to some of the biggest and most demanding organizations in the world. This is the perfect role for someone ready to step into a regional leadership position, overseeing large manufacturing sites, driving Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and acting as a strategic partner to site managers and senior leadership across the Americas. Our client is a global powerhouse in the packaging space, operating in over 38 countries with more than 5,000 employees worldwide. They’re in rapid expansion mode, with plans to double in size over the next eight years. As part of this growth, they’re looking for a high-caliber Operations Director to guide multi-site teams in Mexico and Brazil, improve processes, and lead from the front in building the future of sustainable packaging operations. In this role you’ll take ownership of operations across multiple manufacturing sites, setting strategy, overseeing safety and quality programs, and leading continuous improvement projects from the ground up. You’ll work closely with site managers, process engineers, and the regional MD to ensure the right people, processes, and systems are in place to deliver operational excellence at scale. This role will suit a proven Operations leader with a background in packaging, manufacturing, or process-driven industries. Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, and multi-site operations is essential, alongside the ability to build high-performing teams and drive change in fast-growing environments. Spanish language skills are highly desirable. The Role: • Lead and oversee operations across major sites in Mexico and Brazil (800+ employees) • Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives across plants • Ensure safety, quality, and efficiency standards are met or exceeded • Guide and develop site managers and operational teams, building strong leadership pipelines • Influence P&L decisions and lead CAPEX for new sites and expansions (1 new location per year) • Collaborate with senior leadership on operational strategy, automation, and digitalization • $130,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits + International Travel Opportunities The Person: • Experienced Operations Director / Senior Operations Manager • Packaging, manufacturing, or process-driven industry background • Strong knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma and process engineering support • Proven track record of building and developing large operational teams • Multi-site leadership experience (ideally across countries) • Bilingual (English + Spanish) preferred • Confident communicator able to lead from a distance and drive cultural change Keywords: Operations Director, Operations Manager, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Packaging, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Multi-site Leadership, Manufacturing Operations, Sustainable Packaging, CAPEX, Safety, Quality