Director, Operations Technology (34976)

The Director, Operations Technology, drives operational excellence through the strategic

deployment of technology across Monogram’s manufacturing network. This leader will analyze workflows, identify inefficiencies, and lead the implementation of data-driven solutions that enhance throughput, quality, and resource utilization. The position requires close collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Continuous Improvement (CI), IT, Maintenance, and Integrated Work Systems (IWS) teams to ensure technology solutions support key performance indicators (KPIs), root cause analysis, and a strong Daily Management System (DMS) culture on the plant floor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify operational variances and deficiencies across facilities.
• Determine data needs to address process gaps and enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with Continuous Improvement (CI) teams to implement the best practices.
• Work with Engineering to acquire necessary data through sensors, PLCs, and automation systems
• Ensure alignment with IT and Engineering for data infrastructure and security
• Support the development and maintenance of Daily Management Systems (DMS) and Daily Direction Setting (DDS) activities.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and CI teams to drive technological advancements.
• Facilitate training and support for team members on new technologies and systems.
• Lead projects from conception to implementation, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitor and report on project progress, adjusting strategies as needed.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Technology, or a related field; master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years in operations technology, with at least 5 years in leadership role.
• Proven experience in process analysis, data acquisition, and technology integration.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, preferably in the food industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Competencies and Skills:

Physical Demands:

• Strategic thinking with strong analytical and
• problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex technical
• concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• across all levels of the organization
• High level of accountability and ownership
• Comfort with ambiguity and leading change in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and IWS
• principles

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to travel up to 40% to Monogram plant locations for onsite support and project execution
• Standing, walking, and movement through manufacturing environments required during site visits

NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:

• Frequent presence in production environments with exposure to noise, moving machinery, temperature
• variations, and humidity
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel-
• toe footwear required when on the plant floor