Job Title:  Director, Operations

Location: 

Hidalgo, TX, US, 78557

Business Unit:  Instrumentation, Controls and Vision Sys
Posting Date:  Feb 12, 2026
Job Description: 

The Director of Operations is responsible for leading day‑to‑day manufacturing operations with a strong focus on achieving world‑class performance in safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and people (SQDIPP). This role develops processes, feedback mechanisms, and cross‑functional alignment to meet business needs and drive continuous improvement.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, and direct daily operations to exceed expectations of internal and external customers.
  • Allocate resources effectively and ensure optimal utilization of assets.
  • Implement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Continuously improve SQDIPP metrics and initiate corrective actions.
  • Serve as project leader and operations representative for major initiatives.
  • Stay current on best practices in production management.
  • Assist in developing and managing the manufacturing budget.
  • Communicate operational or financial risks to appropriate levels.
  • Ensure proper operational investment to support continuous improvement.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
  • 5–10 years of experience in the maquiladora industry.
  • Experience in PCBA fabrication and electronic assembly.
  • Bilingual: English & Spanish.
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar international quality standards.
  • Proficiency with tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Minitab.

Compensation

Employee Type:  Salaried
Salary Minimum:  $130,000
Salary Maximum:  $185,000
Incentive:  No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting.  The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.


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