Director of Manufacturing Operations

Job Description:
J-Tech, Chester Springs, PA, is a fast-growing company that has been focused on delivering the highest quality products and services to its customers since 1993. What began as a specialized machining operation has grown into a diversified organization with three divisions: J-Tech Highway Safety, J-Tech Rebuild, and J-Tech Logistics, each offering best-in-class solutions in their respective markets. J-Tech is known as a trusted partner across the nation, combining innovation with a deep commitment to safety. The leader in making roads safer workplaces, J-Tech has an arsenal of safety solutions including Attenuator Trucks, Pattern Trucks and other safety equipment. As a self-described family of innovators, the company blends entrepreneurial spirit with strong values, where employees are treated like family and team members play a meaningful role in its continued success. J-Tech remains dedicated to evolving and exceeding customer expectations while preserving the relational, hands-on approach that defines a family-run business.

J-Tech is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership across all manufacturing functions, including production, engineering, and R&D. This role is responsible for building and developing a high-performing team, establishing strong operational systems, and driving continuous improvement to ensure efficiency, quality, and scalability. Additionally, the Director of Manufacturing Operations will help define and achieve key performance objectives while fostering collaboration across departments to support growth. With a holistic view of the business, this leader will champion a culture of safety, accountability, and customer focus. The Director of Manufacturing Operations plays a critical role in strengthening the organization s intentional culture, while positioning J-Tech for continued innovation and long-term success.

Director of Manufacturing Operations position qualifications:
A minimum of seven (7) years in manufacturing or related industry, required; within transportation and/or custom manufacturing, a plus
Experience of successfully leading teams and overseeing a department/organization
Demonstrated business and financial acumen
Proficiency with technology, required; with ERP and engineering software (SOLIDWORKS CAD), preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, essential
Demonstrated community involvement, strongly preferred