Vice President of Operations

Overview The Vice President of Operations leads all manufacturing, supply chain, EH&S, quality, and operational excellence activities across the company's speciality chemical manufacturing network. This executive is responsible for driving safe, efficient, and scalable operations that support growth and deliver high-performance adhesive products. Responsibilities Lead multi-site chemical manufacturing operations, including production, engineering, maintenance, supply chain, and procurement. Drive operational strategy, capacity planning, and network optimization aligned with business growth. Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM, REACH, TSCA, and industry regulations. Oversee quality systems and continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies. Manage supply chain performance, raw-material sourcing, inventory, and logistics. Partner with R&D to scale new adhesive technologies from pilot to full production. Lead capital planning, major equipment upgrades, and plant expansion projects. Develop talent, build high-performing teams, and foster a culture of accountability and operational excellence. Manage operating budgets, cost improvement projects, and performance KPIs. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field; MBA preferred. 15+ years of progressive operations leadership in chemical or adhesives manufacturing. Demonstrated experience leading multi-site operations and implementing Lean/Six Sigma. Strong knowledge of polymer/adhesive production processes and chemical regulatory compliance. Proven track record of improving safety, quality, cost, and productivity metrics. #J-18808-Ljbffr