Vice President of Operations

About the Role

An established manufacturing company is looking for a seasoned Vice President of Operations to lead comprehensive manufacturing, supply chain, production, and operational functions from their facility in Belton, Texas, near Temple. This executive position suits a proactive leader with proven success in enhancing throughput, refining processes, fostering strong teams, and achieving profitable growth in a fast-paced production environment.

Reporting to the CEO, this role commands full operational and profit & loss accountability. Responsibilities encompass end-to-end manufacturing processes, including production planning, procurement, purchasing, warehousing, logistics, quality assurance, warranty management, and continuous improvement initiatives, all while scaling operations efficiently and maintaining top quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily manufacturing and assembly operations, warehouse, logistics, purchasing, quality control, and warranty management.
• Ensure optimal operational metrics such as labor efficiency, throughput, product quality, productivity, and profitability.
• Develop scalable production systems to support the company's growth trajectory.
• Align production schedules with labor, equipment, and materials to maximize efficiency.
• Drive LEAN methodologies organization-wide to identify waste reduction, eliminate bottlenecks, and optimize workflows.
• Standardize processes for greater consistency, quality, and increased output.
• Promote a culture emphasizing accountability, continuous process improvements, and operational excellence.
• Oversee procurement, inventory, warehouse, and logistics, maintaining material flow and supplier relationships to avoid production interruptions.
• Collaborate across teams to proactively address supply chain risks and production constraints.
• Lead optimization of Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP/MRP systems to enhance production scheduling, inventory tracking, purchasing automation, labor management, and operational reporting.
• Leverage data analytics for informed business decisions and adopt technology that enhances operational visibility.
• Implement quality management systems throughout production, set quality checkpoints to reduce defects and warranty claims, and establish KPIs to drive continuous improvements.
• Guide, mentor, and develop managers in production, supply chain, purchasing, warehouse, logistics, and quality assurance with structured training and succession plans.
• Build a high-performing, accountable, engaged workforce aligned with long-term business goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 5 years of senior executive experience in manufacturing operations leadership.
• Background managing high-volume industrial manufacturing, complex assembly, or vehicle manufacturing.
• Experience with full P&L responsibility in manufacturing environments.
• Strong expertise in LEAN manufacturing practices and continuous improvement strategies.
• Proficiency in leading production planning, scheduling, purchasing, supply chain, warehouse, logistics, and quality teams.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP system implementation or optimization, especially Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing financials, labor productivity, key operational metrics, and cost control.
• Proven track record building and guiding cross-functional teams at a high performance level.
• Exceptional executive communication skills for effective leadership both on the shop floor and boardroom.
• Strong skills in data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Preferred Background

• Experience in high-volume vehicle manufacturing, specialized vehicle or complex assembly operations, industrial manufacturing, transportation equipment, heavy equipment manufacturing, configure-to-order, or engineered products manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Senior plant managers, directors of operations, site leaders, or manufacturing executives with enterprise-wide responsibility are also encouraged to apply.

Why Join

This opportunity offers a stable, growth-focused manufacturing environment where operations are central to competitive advantage. You will have executive-level influence in shaping manufacturing strategy, operational performance, technology adoption, and organizational growth, collaborating directly with senior leaders to create scalable and efficient systems.

If you are a results-oriented manufacturing executive who thrives on overcoming operational challenges, leading teams, and driving measurable business results, this role could be your next career milestone.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $120,000 to $180,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Eligible for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to serve in an executive leadership capacity.
• Strong potential for long-term career growth.