Operations Director - Salisbury, NC
Company: JABIL CIRCUIT, INC
Location: Salisbury
Posted on: January 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Operations Director – supporting cloud and AI data center
infrastructure customers. Based onsite at our new Salisbury, NC
location. We are offering relocation assistance! Please note: This
role will require extensive travel to another Jabil site during the
first 3–6 months for training, team integration, and operational
alignment. The Operations Director is responsible for leading and
optimizing all aspects of factory operations, ensuring efficiency,
cost-effectiveness, and exceptional customer satisfaction. This
role drives operational excellence, strategic planning, and
continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and
profitability. This role requires a results-driven leader who can
balance strategic vision with hands-on execution to drive
operational success. What can you expect to do? Leadership &
Strategy: Oversee factory operations, including
electrical/mechanical assembly, testing, purchasing, planning,
production, and inventory control. Align daily operations with
company objectives and customer expectations. Operational
Excellence: Develop and implement strategies that enhance
efficiency, reduce costs, and drive revenue growth while
maintaining high-quality standards. Team Management: Lead and
develop a high-performing team, ensuring cross-functional
collaboration, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.
Customer Engagement: Act as a key liaison with customers to enhance
output, yield, and satisfaction through proactive communication and
problem-solving. Process Improvement: Drive change management
initiatives, implementing continuous productivity and
cost-reduction programs. Identify opportunities for resource
optimization and operational efficiency. Financial Oversight: Set
policies, forecast revenue and capital expenditures, and manage
budgets to ensure financial health and sustainability. Compliance &
Quality: Ensure all operations comply with industry regulations,
company policies, and quality standards. What is the experience
needed to be successful in this role? Extensive experience in
factory operations, in manufacturing, assembly, or industrial
environments. Experience leading end-to-end greenfield and
brownfield manufacturing facility startups, including
infrastructure development, equipment commissioning, staffing, and
operational ramp-up to full production capacity, preferred. Strong
financial and analytical skills with the ability to optimize
operational costs and business performance. Proven track record in
change management, process improvement, and driving efficiency
initiatives. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with
the ability to influence and collaborate across teams. Proficiency
in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and business
analytics tools. Education & Experience Requirements Bachelor’s
degree required, Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 15 years of
progressive experience in operations, with a strong track record of
leadership, process optimization, and strategic execution in
manufacturing or industrial environments. Minimum of four (4) years
of experience in high-technology manufacturing services:
electronics, data center, server/rack production, semiconductors,
or similar industry. Experience with new product introductions
required. Minimum of four (4) years of personnel management and
team development experience. Extensive experience working directly
with customers and managing customer relationships. Benefits
Package with Jabil Along with growth, stability, and the
opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits
package that includes: Competitive Base Salary Annual Bonus Long
Term Incentives Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision
Insurance with HRA and HSA options 401K Match Employee Stock
Purchase Plan Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Life, AD&D,
and Disability Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance
Program Pet Insurance Adoption Assistance Community Volunteer
Opportunities
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