Vice President of Operations

Salary Range: $120,000+ VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
Custom Painted Vehicles, Inc. (CPV Paint & Graphics)
Franksville, WI (Milwaukee area) | Full-Time, On-Site About CPV
If you ride, you’ve probably seen our work. CPV is a tier-one OEM paint and graphics company trusted by leading manufacturers and specialty builders. We combine OE-level quality standards with the craftsmanship and attention to detail that custom paint demands. Family-owned since 1975, CPV is ISO 9001:2015 certified and employs approximately 40 team members in southeastern Wisconsin. Our work supports some of the most recognized brands in the powersports industry, and our continued growth is creating new opportunities for leaders who want to make a meaningful impact. Our mission is simple: paint excellently and help people feel connected to what they love through color and design. The Role
The Vice President of Operations is accountable for the overall performance of the operation and reports directly to the President and CEO. This role leads the managers responsible for production, quality, procurement, facilities, and the manufacturing workforce. Rather than performing the work directly, the Vice President ensures the operation is aligned, resourced, and accountable for delivering profitable, on-time, OEM-quality results. Why This Role Matters
CPV has earned its reputation through exceptional craftsmanship and trusted OEM partnerships. As we continue to grow, we’re investing in the operational leadership needed to support the next stage of the business. We’re looking for an operational leader who can strengthen our systems, develop our people, and help us scale without losing what makes CPV unique. What to Expect
CPV operates in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment where customer requirements vary and production schedules can change quickly. This is not a repetitive production setting. Success in this role requires balancing day-to-day operational performance with long-term improvement while building capable leaders, creating accountability, and strengthening the systems that drive consistent results. Areas of Accountability

• Overall operational performance and business results
• Hiring, developing, coaching, and holding department leaders accountable
• Production planning, capacity, and resource allocation
• On-time delivery and schedule reliability
• Quality performance, continuous improvement, and waste reduction
• Operational cost, labor efficiency, and productivity
• Procurement, supplier performance, and inventory management
• Facilities, equipment, and operational readiness
• Operational KPIs, reporting, and management operating rhythms
• Cross-functional alignment between operations, sales, engineering, and executive leadership

What Success Looks Like in the First 12 to 18 Months

• Improved on-time delivery and schedule reliability
• Reduced rework, scrap, and operational waste
• Established KPIs and a consistent operating cadence
• Department leaders consistently own results and are accountable for the performance of their areas
• A more predictable, scalable operation

Required Experience

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience managing operations within high-mix, low-volume, make-to-order, or custom manufacturing settings
• Demonstrated accountability for operational performance across multiple manufacturing functions
• Strong track record of improving throughput, efficiency, and on-time delivery while maintaining high quality standards

Who We Hire: The Ideal Team Player

• Hungry: Takes ownership, solves problems with urgency, and continuously looks for ways to improve.
• Humble: Shares credit, accepts responsibility, and treats others with respect.
• Smart: Builds strong relationships, communicates well, and creates accountability without sacrificing trust.

This Role Is Not the Right Fit If

• You measure your success by the work you personally accomplish instead of the performance of the teams you lead.
• Your experience is primarily in high-volume, repetitive manufacturing environments
• You prefer leading primarily from the office instead of spending time on the production floor coaching leaders, understanding challenges, and driving accountability.
• You rely on extensive corporate infrastructure to drive results or are uncomfortable addressing difficult issues directly with sales leadership or ownership

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary starting at $120,000, with higher compensation available for exceptional candidates.
• Annual performance incentive opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Two weeks of paid time off
• Paid year-end shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s Day

Equal Opportunity
CPV Paint & Graphics is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. How to Apply
Along with your resume, tell us about a time you improved a make-to-order or custom manufacturing operation. What was the challenge, what changed, and what results did you achieve?