Vice President of Manufacturing

We’re seeking an accomplished Vice President of Manufacturing to provide strategic and operational leadership across a large, multi-site manufacturing organization within the packaging industry. This executive will drive safety, quality, operational performance, and profitability while developing strong plant leadership and advancing a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Working closely with Commercial, Finance, HR, and executive leadership, this individual will help shape and execute the broader manufacturing strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead multi-site manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality, service, efficiency, and profitability. Develop and execute strategies to improve performance, reduce costs, and strengthen operational consistency. Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. Coach and develop operational leaders while building a strong leadership and succession pipeline. Partner cross-functionally to align manufacturing priorities with broader business objectives. Oversee supply chain and inventory strategies to support efficient production flow. Qualifications 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including significant multi-site responsibility. Experience within packaging or a similarly complex manufacturing environment preferred. Strong financial and business acumen with a track record of improving operational performance and profitability. Proven ability to lead through others, develop high-performing teams, and drive accountability across multiple locations. Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies. This is an opportunity for a proven manufacturing executive to make an impact across a large-scale operation, influence broader business strategy, and develop the next generation of operational leaders. #J-18808-Ljbffr