President

W2 only, no C2C, must be authorized to work in the US (both now and in the future).

Carex is partnering with a manufacturing industry partner to find a dynamic and experienced President to oversee all aspects of the company’s operations and sales. Located in Little Chute, WI, this hands-on executive will drive revenue and operating profit growth while upholding best-in-class safety and quality standards. This individual will set strategic direction, lead organizational change with integrity and approachability, manage cross-functional teams, and serve as a respected ambassador to both customers and employees. A strong understanding of machining or a mechanical background is highly valued to establish credibility with the team and ensure success in a highly collaborative, performance-driven environment.

What You’ll Do

• Provide full strategic and operational leadership with P&L ownership, setting the vision for company growth and performance.
• Execute lean manufacturing initiatives and drive change management across departments.
• Cultivate and maintain a high-performing culture that emphasizes safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Build and nurture strong customer and vendor relationships; proactively support and grow the machining and thermal coating business segments.
• Oversee technical excellence across operations, including machining capabilities and quality assurance processes.
• Lead the development and implementation of a robust sales and marketing strategy, with an emphasis on driving business development and expanding market reach.
• Actively manage and follow up on all sales opportunities, including quotes, proposals, referrals, and new lead generation.
• Conduct market analysis and identify cross-selling opportunities, new product innovations, and avenues for promoting new facility and coating technologies.
• Deliver timely and insightful sales reports, forecasts, and funnel analytics to track performance and inform strategic decisions.
• Complete the implementation of the ERP system, identifying resource gaps and establishing readiness for transition from legacy systems.
• Enforce and sustain comprehensive 5S protocols at the physical plant to align with safety and operational excellence initiatives.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and onboarding of personnel required to operate newly acquired machinery and support business expansion.
• Design and implement a second shift production plan to align with long-term growth strategies.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to standardize financial reporting and strategic communication.
• Prepare and lead quarterly board meetings, providing concise updates on KPIs, growth initiatives, HR trends, and capital needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
  
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of proven executive leadership, including successful business transformation experience.
• Demonstrated financial and operational acumen, including full P&L management and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead through influence and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Technologically adept, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Effective problem solver with excellent organizational and time management capabilities.
• A track record of recruiting, developing, and retaining high-performing teams in a collaborative environment.
• An approachable and decisive leadership style that builds trust and aligns teams to shared goals.
  
  
  

Highly Preferred:

• MBA or other advanced degree.
• Leadership experience in a machine shop environment.
• Hands-on familiarity with thermal or plasma spray coating technologies.
• A history of scaling a small business through sustainable growth strategies.
  
  
  

Carex Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.