Vice President Operations

LHH is partnering with a high-growth, innovation-driven manufacturing organization to hire a VP of Operations to oversee plant operations and drive performance across a large-scale production environment. This individual will play a critical role in strengthening leadership capability, optimizing systems and processes, and delivering on key operational and financial targets.

Our client offers a competitive benefits package (including 100% paid medical premiums) and a strong bonus structure. The base compensation for this role is $200K-$250K, depending on experience (no flexibility above this range).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all site-level operations, overseeing multiple functional areas including production, continuous improvement, safety, quality, and maintenance

• Develop and execute operational strategies to achieve production and profitability targets

• Manage and develop a team of senior leaders, including Directors and functional Managers

• Drive alignment across cross-functional teams and establish clear ownership of priorities and initiatives

• Identify and resolve gaps in processes, accountability, and communication across the organization

• Partner with Finance and executive leadership to review site performance and contribute to financial discussions

• Enhance operational systems, processes, and efficiencies as the organization continues to scale and mature

• Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance and accountability at all levels

• Maintain a visible, hands-on leadership presence within the operation

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational stability, efficiency, and output

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or plant leadership roles

• Proven experience leading leaders (Directors/Managers) within a complex operational environment

• Demonstrated success operating at scale within high-volume or fast-paced production settings

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and drive accountability across teams

• Experience building and executing strategies tied to operational and financial performance

• Solid financial acumen with the ability to interpret and speak to business performance metrics

• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance strategic thinking and execution

• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, evolving environment

Preferred:

• Experience in consumer product manufacturing

• Background in high-volume or continuous production environments

• Experience driving organizational or cultural improvements within operations teams

• Exposure to safety programs and operational compliance initiatives

Benefits

Full-time employees may receive:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible PTO

Bonus opportunity

Paid holidays

Additional voluntary benefits