Vice President of Manufacturing Operations

About the Company: Reputable sheet metal fabrication manufacturer Industry Industrial Automation Type Privately Held Founded 1972 Employees 51-200 Specialtieslarge-scale cnc machiningsheet metal fabricationweldingpowder coatingengineeringautomated manufacturinghigh-volume manufacturingcustom solutionsfull assemblydesign-for-manufacturingdata center infrastructuredata center sheet metal fabricationtube laser cuttingand original equipment manufacturer (oem)

About the Role: The Company is seeking a Vice President of Manufacturing Operations to lead the transformation of its manufacturing execution into a highly efficient, data-driven, multi-site platform. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing executive leadership and oversight of daily manufacturing operations, with a focus on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and throughput. This hands-on executive role requires a leader who can operate at both the strategic and plant-floor levels, and who has a strong background in engineering and process expertise. The VP will be tasked with designing and building the operating system for the company's next stage of growth, including capacity and labor planning, equipment performance, and production delivery, all fully integrated with ERP systems. Key responsibilities for the Vice President of Manufacturing Operations at the company include leading and developing manufacturing leaders, translating growth objectives into executable manufacturing strategies, and partnering with the supply chain to drive end-to-end efficiency. The role also involves implementing Lean manufacturing principles, leading a continuous improvement culture, and supporting new product introduction. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, at least 10 years of manufacturing operations leadership experience, and a proven track record of scaling manufacturing operations. Strong technical knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes and experience with ERP systems, particularly Net Suite, are essential. The VP must be a data-driven decision-maker, with strong financial acumen, and the ability to manage operating budgets and capital expenditures. Hiring Manager Title President Functions Operations