Encapsys Director of Operations

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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Encapsys Director of Operations

POSITION OVERVIEW 

Are you a strategic operations leader ready to drive innovation and global growth? Encapsys is seeking a dynamic Director of Operations to lead our manufacturing excellence across three global sites in Wisconsin and Singapore. This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape the future of our operations, champion safety and sustainability, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver world-class performance.

You’ll oversee new product commercialization, capital planning, project engineering, and operational alignment—ensuring we not only meet but exceed our business goals.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead with Vision: Align operations with long-term strategic goals and short-term business objectives.
• Champion Safety & Sustainability: Foster a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Drive Performance: Set and achieve ambitious KPIs across manufacturing sites and operations teams.
• Scale for Growth: Strategically plan and implement new production capabilities and global supply chains.
• Inspire Excellence: Build a high-performance culture rooted in Lean Sigma, employee engagement, and Milliken values.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with R&D, Market Development, Finance, and HR to drive innovation and execution.
• Develop Talent: Mentor and grow a strong bench of future leaders in operations, supply chain, and project management.
• Ensure Continuity: Lead business continuity planning and execution across global facilities.
• Represent Operations: Be the voice of operations in business unit and division-level reviews.

QUALIFICATIONS – REQUIRED 

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• 8+ years of progressive leadership in chemical manufacturing
• Global operations experience
• Proven expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar performance improvement methodologies
• Strong communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive results, and exceed expectations
• Customer-focused mindset with a passion for operational excellence

QUALIFICATIONS – PREFERRED

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or related)
• Experience with toll manufacturing and international supply chains

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Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.