Vice President of Operations

$75,000 - $75,000/Yr

Midwest Steel Carports - Grant, MI

Full-time - Executive

Grant, MI

Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Vice President of Operations is a critical executive role responsible for overseeing and optimizing the day-to-day operational functions of the organization. This position requires a strategic mindset to develop and implement operational strategies that align with the company's overall goals. The Vice President will collaborate closely with senior leadership to establish performance metrics and business objectives, driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness across the organization. In this role, the Vice President will oversee the daily operations of various departments, including production, logistics, supply chain, and customer service. It is essential to ensure that all operational processes comply with industry regulations and company policies. The position also involves regular travel across the three manufacturing facilities located in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Indiana, with occasional evening or weekend hours required to meet project deadlines or address urgent issues. A key aspect of this role is team leadership and management. The Vice President will lead, mentor, and manage the operations team, which includes department heads and senior managers. Fostering a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and results is crucial for success in this position. Additionally, the Vice President will analyze financial reports and operational metrics to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement, working closely with the finance department to ensure accurate forecasting and budget adherence. The Vice President of Operations will also maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders, addressing operational issues and concerns promptly to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. This role requires a strong ability to drive change and manage complex projects effectively, making it essential for the candidate to possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the company's overall goals.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to establish performance metrics and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Oversee the daily operations of various departments including production, logistics, supply chain, and customer service.
• Ensure that operational processes comply with industry regulations and company policies.
• Travel and inspect construction projects for quality assurance purposes.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the operations team, including department heads and senior managers.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and results.
• Analyze financial reports and operational metrics to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Work with the finance department to ensure accurate forecasting and budget adherence.
• Identify and implement best practices and innovative solutions to streamline operations and increase productivity.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and systems to enhance operational capabilities.
• Maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Address operational issues and concerns promptly and effectively to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Must be bilingual in Spanish.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to drive change and manage complex projects.