Vice President of Manufacturing

Vice President of Manufacturing

About the Company

A leading manufacturer with a complex multi-site operation focused on operational excellence and growth

Industry
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

Type
Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Vice President of Manufacturing to spearhead the development and execution of a long-term manufacturing strategy that is in line with the organization's growth objectives. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading large-scale manufacturing operations across multiple facilities and regions, driving automation, digital transformation, and advanced manufacturing initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency. This executive will also be tasked with identifying and implementing process improvements, evaluating manufacturing capabilities, and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, safety, and operational excellence. Applicants for the Vice President of Manufacturing role at the company should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field, with an advanced degree preferred, and have a minimum of 15 years' progressive manufacturing leadership experience. The role requires a proven track record in leading manufacturing transformation, operational excellence, and large-scale change initiatives, as well as experience in implementing automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of manufacturing strategy, productivity improvement, and operational performance management, and the ability to lead and influence stakeholders at all levels. Global manufacturing, sourcing, or supply chain exposure is highly valued, and the candidate should be prepared to lead manufacturing integration efforts associated with acquisitions and organizational transformation.

Functions

• Operations
• Engineering