Vice President of Operations

Position Overview

We seek a seasoned Vice President of Operations to oversee plant performance and champion operational excellence at our manufacturing facility. This leadership role involves managing daily production activities, fostering a culture of accountability, and facilitating cross-department collaboration across the site. The role also contributes to key human resources functions ensuring compliance and workforce development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations across production, warehouse, shipping, and receiving departments to ensure streamlined and consistent processes.
• Lead and mentor operational managers, establishing clear objectives and supporting their professional growth.
• Ensure a safe and compliant working environment by supervising environmental and safety standards as well as employee training programs.
• Acquire in-depth familiarity with processing methods and utilize operational software such as Dynamics 365 to track performance and maintain accurate documentation.
• Analyze production outputs, equipment utilization, and material processing data to detect trends and enhance plant efficiency.
• Coordinate rapid response to machinery failures by collaborating with maintenance and operations teams to minimize operational interruptions.
• Maintain high standards of plant floor organization, cleanliness, workflow, and housekeeping.
• Collaborate with administrative, commercial, accounting, and IT departments to support overall business processes and resolve challenges.
• Assist in recruitment activities including posting job ads, reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Support HR-related tasks by maintaining confidential employee records, managing training documentation, facilitating benefits communication, and promoting employee engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in operations management within manufacturing, processing, or plant environments.
• Strong expertise overseeing production, warehouse, or plant floor activities.
• Demonstrated capability to lead managers and enforce accountability across diverse functional teams.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, environmental regulations, and training best practices.
• Experience with operational software systems for performance monitoring and reporting.
• Ability to analyze operational data to drive continuous process improvements and informed decision-making.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with operations, administration, finance, IT, and HR departments.
• Competence in supporting recruitment, employee record management, and training coordination within a dynamic environment.

Additional Information

Robert Half is a global leader in talent solutions, providing contract, temporary, and permanent staffing for various sectors including finance, technology, marketing, legal, and administrative support. Our commitment is to connect job seekers with top employers, providing competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Applicants for U.S. positions must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Contract professionals are eligible for benefits such as medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance, and may join the company 401(k) plan.

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