About the Company Hiring: Our client is a high-growth custom manufacturer headquartered in Florida, focused on quality, innovation, and operational excellence.

About the Job: We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Operations to lead production / assembly operations, and supply chain functions for a growing, multi-site organization. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing scalable systems, and developing a high-performing team to support continued growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, process-driven leader with deep experience in manufacturing operations, continuous improvement, and quality management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all production and supply chain operations across multiple facilities.
• Establish and improve processes, KPIs, and systems to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Manage sourcing, supplier relationships, inventory, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Implement quality programs to ensure consistent output and minimal rework.
• Lead process improvement and cost-reduction efforts across production and logistics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align operations with business goals.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a results-driven operations team focused on safety and productivity.
• Drive change management and continuous improvement as the organization scales.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership in a manufacturing setting, including multi-site oversight.
• Proven success implementing process improvements and managing cost efficiency initiatives.
• Strong background in supplier management, inventory planning, and ERP systems.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Compensation: $170,000 – $185,000 base salary + performance-based bonus

Job Status: Direct hire. Primarily on-site in Tallahassee, FL, with regular travel.

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