Aviation Director: Strategy, Flight Ops & Leadership

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ritehiteSouth Milwaukee (WI)

Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers Other Support Activities for Air Transportation

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About the role

Rite-Hite, a global leader in loading dock and door equipment, seeks a Director of Aviation to oversee all aviation operations and act as a flying director for the company. The role drives strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and financial oversight to ensure safety and top-tier service. This senior position reports to the CFO and leads a team of 8–12, guiding training, schedules, and performance. Travel and on-call duties are expected as needed to support flight operations.

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