Director of Operations, Engineered Bearings
DOVER
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The Woodlands, TX · Posted October 22, 2026
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About the job
DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:
Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ (‘the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.
WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS
Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.
BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.
We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC
DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:
Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ (the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.
WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS
Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.
BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES
We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC
Summary:
The Director of Operations will lead operational performance and strategy execution across OEM facilities which align with the Engineered Bearings (EB) business unit. This position will be instrumental in driving governance and consistency across multiple plants, identifying and deploying best practice methods while improving gross margin performance.
Responsibilities:
Leadership
Collaboratively lead a team of Plant Managers across all aspects of operational readiness to ensure exceptional performance
Works effectively in a matrix organizational structure with the ability to create and maintain productive relationships
Experience in coaching and the development of leaders - champions training and growth initiatives
Be visible and make connections across all levels of the workforce (i.e. operations leadership to the employees) to gain valuable insights into areas of strength and opportunities
Multi-Site Operational Performance
Own multi-site P&L; ensure continued growth in productivity and efficiency, with demonstrated ability to drive product margin and overall profitability
Identify potential cost improvement opportunities through lean improvements
Drive consistent multisite performance; reduce variability
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements (i.e. safety, quality, financial, etc.).
Review current and historical data to understand efficiency & capacity, including equipment conditions, maintenance logs, spare parts and detailed production numbers
Excellent fact-gathering and analytical skills, including business process mapping and quantitative analysis
Lead manufacturing performance improvement turnarounds and transformations
Champions process improvement and lean manufacturing activities; lead the implementation of best practices across manufacturing operations
Strategy Deployment
Proven experience in strategy and change management; with the ability to drive it across multiple sites.
Identify key risks and mitigation strategies and develop transformation plans to drive proposed changes
Specific experience designing and leading the execution of both internally and externally focused strategies
Develop and implement site systems and processes, drawing on internal expertise and external best practices.
Embed lean principles and a continuous improvement mindset across operations and support functions.
Demonstrated success in leading projects from initiation to completion—on time, within budget, and to high performance standards.
Minimum required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field and/or equivalent work experience required
10+ years of management experience
Experience in lean manufacturing environment preferred
Experience with ISO or TS quality standards
This position requires eligibility for access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (“U-NNPI”). Therefore, to be considered for this position, an applicant must be a U.S. Citizen.
The ideal candidate possesses the following experience, skills, and abilities:
Skilled in developing and managing high-performing, engaged teams with a strong safety and team-oriented culture.
Proven experience in footprint optimization, manufacturing strategy, CapEx planning
Lean, Six Sigma and Value Engineering
Proven success growing revenue, whilst controlling and improving margins, maintaining operational performance metrics and leading high-performing teams.
Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
A team player who displays self-accountability and can demonstrate the Company’s core values
This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.
We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
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