Recruiter Summary of Position

Job Title: VP of Operations (Additive Manufacturing, 3D Printing)

Location: Pflugerville, TX

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote)

Required Technical Skills: 10+ years of industrial operations experience, 3+ years in upper management, P&L responsibility, Lean Manufacturing/5S expertise, and advanced proficiency in ERP/Business software.

Preferred Technical Skills: Master’s Degree (MBA or Engineering), experience in Additive Manufacturing or 3D printing, and experience with global reporting structures (specifically US/Germany).

Employer Value Proposition: Lead the North American operations for a global market leader in 3D printing. This role offers a blend of high-level strategy and hands-on site leadership, the ability to scale a cutting-edge supply chain, and a mission-driven culture focused on "Responsible Manufacturing."

The Opportunity

As the VP of Operations, you will be the architect of efficiency and the driving force behind a world-class manufacturing team. You aren’t just managing a facility; you are bridging the gap between visionary German engineering and high-growth North American execution. You’ll spend your days collaborating with executive leadership to refine global strategies, mentoring site managers to exceed performance targets, and championing the transition to a sustainable, 3D-printed future. This is your chance to scale a complex operation while maintaining the agility needed to lead the industrial 3D printing market.

Why This is the Next Step for You

• Global Strategic Influence: Partner directly with North American and German executives to shape the future of a world market leader.
• High-Tech Mission: Drive the transition to "Responsible Manufacturing" through cutting-edge 3D printing technology.
• Holistic Ownership: Oversee the entire lifecycle—from procurement and industrial engineering to field service and logistics.
• Operational Excellence: Lead a talented team of 4 Managers and 23 Individual Contributors in a culture built on empathy and innovation.

Your Mission

• Strategic Leadership: Establish and communicate the operational roadmap for Business Analytics, Facilities, Production, Quality, and Safety.
• Process Innovation: Expand manufacturing capacity in the United States to keep pace with company-wide production goals.
• Supply Chain Resilience: Optimize the North American supply chain and procurement strategy to ensure flexibility in a maturing market.
• Performance Excellence: Track and manage KPIs, ensuring all production sites exceed safety, cost, and delivery targets.
• Quality Champion: Uphold world-class manufacturing standards by leading continuous improvement within the Quality Management System (QMS).

Your Talents

• The Foundation: You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business (Master’s degree preferred).
• The Experience: You bring at least 10 years of industry experience, with a proven track record in P&L management and upper-level leadership.
• The Expertise: You are a master of Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Management, and complex budgeting.
• The Leadership: You excel at leading large teams through varying levels of process maturity with clear, aspirational communication.

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