VP of Operations

VP of Operations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics, Engineering, Science, Industrial Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in a Manufacturing environment, with at least 8 years in a Manufacturing Management role.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of electronics manufacturing methods, production planning, procurement, and subcontract management.
• Proven experience with direct responsibility and accountability for managing multi-million-dollar manufacturing budgets and facilities.
• Strong background in quality and supply chain management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Results-oriented mindset with a track record of achieving operational targets.
• Ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement staffing, training, and talent management initiatives to build a high-performing operations team.
• Establish strategies and frameworks to achieve delivery, cost, quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement goals.
• Drive a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation within the operations team.
• Take ownership of all aspects of quality, test, facilities, continuous improvement, and supply chain functions.
• Oversee board and system level builds, ensuring adherence to high-quality standards.
• Set clear performance standards and metrics to ensure operational targets are met or exceeded.
• Regularly assess and improve operational processes to enhance efficiency and overall performance.
• Lead by example, inspire, and motivate a diverse team of employees, fostering a positive work environment.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and professional development opportunities to enhance team members’ skills and capabilities.
• Foster a culture of employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to align operations strategies with overall business objectives.
• Regularly monitor performance, analyze data, and implement corrective actions to ensure goal achievement.
• Oversee all manufacturing and test operations for the facility, including SMT board build through system level builds.
• Provide clear direction, support, and guidance to supervisory staff and indirect reports.
• Drive process improvement initiatives, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and promoting high-quality outputs.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures for the operations function.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to make informed make vs. buy decisions.
• Maintain a flexible customer-centric approach, ensuring that operations are aligned with customer needs and expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

• SMT board and systems level build experience preferred.