Vice President - Manufacturing Technologies
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Description
Driven to lead our manufacturing operations and drive strategic growth. The role will encompass overseeing all aspects of manufacturing technologies, including machining, fabrication, material sourcing, and operational improvements.
Tasks
- Customer Base Growth: Continuously expand and enhance the current and prospective customer base through effective strategies and relationship management.
- Financial Performance: Ensure efficient operations to meet target margins and profitability goals.
- Manufacturing Operations: Oversee machining and fabrication processes, leveraging both in-house capabilities and external sourcing as necessary.
- Operational Excellence: Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations to enhance efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.
- Communication: Facilitate effective communication channels within the manufacturing team and across departments to ensure alignment and collaboration.
- Shop Utilization: Strategically maximize shop floor utilization and capacity planning to optimize production output and resource allocation.
- Facility Management: Oversee upkeep and maintenance of manufacturing facilities, including machine maintenance and ensuring adequate raw material inventory and controls.
- Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic direction and leadership in manufacturing technologies to support business growth objectives.
Qualifications / Education
- Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role within a similar industry, with a strong background in machining, fabrication, and component manufacturing.
- Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and lead a diverse team.
- Strategic thinker with demonstrated experience in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate across functions and with external stakeholders.
- Financial acumen and ability to manage budgets, margins, and cost control measures effectively.
- Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing operational challenges.
- Familiarity with industry best practices, technologies, and trends in manufacturing.
