Director of Operations at Teamshares

Marshall, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field required; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred
Minimum 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or production operations, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with hands-on experience troubleshooting machines and equipment
Proven success implementing process improvement methodologies
Experience managing large CapEx projects and developing ROI-driven proposals
Proficient in ERP systems and other production management tools; tech-savvy with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a collaborative management style

Responsibilities

Oversee daily plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production of all Grill Works products
Lead and develop a team of employees across production, maintenance, and support functions
Implement process improvements to increase productivity, reduce waste, and enhance product quality
Evaluate and manage large capital expenditure projects, including equipment purchases, upgrades, and facility enhancements
Troubleshoot production and machinery issues; partner with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure minimal downtime
Optimize use of ERP and other digital tools to drive operational visibility, forecasting accuracy, and inventory control
Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives including capacity planning, workflow design, and cost management
Develop and track performance metrics (KPIs) related to safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the plant

Skills

Manufacturing Operations

Process Improvement

Team Leadership

ERP Systems

Inventory Control

Safety Management

Maintenance

Engineering

Capital Projects

KPIs

Teamshares

Facilitates employee ownership of small businesses

About Teamshares

Teamshares facilitates employee ownership of small businesses, focusing on those whose owners are nearing retirement. The company purchases these businesses and gradually transfers ownership to the employees, starting with 10% of the stock and increasing to 80% over 20 years. This approach helps maintain business continuity and prevents job losses that can occur when a business is sold to an outside buyer. Teamshares generates revenue from the profits of the businesses it acquires and also offers proprietary software, education, and financial products. By promoting employee ownership, Teamshares not only supports the financial stability of employees but also strengthens the local economy by preserving small businesses. The company differentiates itself by recruiting mission-driven leaders for the acquired businesses and providing them with extensive training.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$214.3MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Fintech, Social ImpactIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Profit Sharing

Paid Parental Leave

Risks

Expansion into Japan may expose Teamshares to unfamiliar regulatory environments.

Increased competition from platforms like SKROL could challenge Teamshares' market position.

Reliance on debt financing could increase financial risk if businesses underperform.

Differentiation

Teamshares is a market leader in small business employee ownership with 84 acquisitions.

The company uniquely transitions 80% ownership to employees over 20 years.

Teamshares provides proprietary software, education, and financial products to acquired businesses.

Upsides

Teamshares plans to expand into Japan, supported by major financial institutions.

The 'small business silver tsunami' offers significant acquisition opportunities for Teamshares.

Increased interest in employee ownership models supports Teamshares' mission and growth.

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