We are seeking an experienced and high-energy VP of Operations to lead manufacturing operations across two US-based facilities. This is a senior leadership role with full P&L responsibility, reporting directly into the Americas leadership team. The successful candidate will be a seasoned operator with a strong track record of driving profitability, operational performance, and cultural transformation in a metal manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Full P&L ownership across two manufacturing sites
- Drive operational excellence, productivity, and profitability improvements across both locations
- Lead, develop, and hold accountable all site leadership teams
- Establish and maintain manufacturing standards, processes, and governance frameworks
- Partner with supply chain, engineering, and commercial teams to deliver customer commitments
- Identify and execute cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives
- Champion a strong safety, quality, and continuous improvement culture
- Support business growth — managing capacity, investment, and workforce planning
- Act as a key member of the Americas senior leadership team
Candidate Profile
- 15+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
- Proven multi-site operational leadership — P&L responsibility essential
- Metal manufacturing background required (machining, stamping, fabrication, welding, foundry or similar)
- Track record of delivering measurable profitability and performance improvement
- Experience leading large, complex organisations (500+ HC)
- Strong commercial acumen — able to manage customer relationships at a senior level
- Decisive, resilient, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Excellent people leader — able to build trust, drive accountability, and develop talent
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field; MBA advantageous
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.