What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President of Operations position at Gwynedd Manufacturing?
Gwynedd Manufacturing, a growing defense contractor located in North Wales, PA, is a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility dedicated to producing quality products for the U.S. Department of Defense and various U.S. Federal Law Enforcement Agencies. As an innovative company offering a wide array of products, we strive to continuously develop new technology and drive process improvement.
The Vice President of Operations will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of manufacturing, supply chain, production, quality, and operational strategy. This role requires a dynamic leader with deep expertise in high-precision manufacturing, process optimization, and regulatory compliance within the defense sector. The VP of Operations will drive operational excellence, efficiency, and scalability while ensuring compliance with all industry regulations and security protocols.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and vision for all manufacturing and operational activities, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
- Drive operational strategy focused on efficiency, quality, machine uptime, machine maintenance, and profitability while maintaining the highest safety standards.
- Optimize manufacturing processes and develop best practices for production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Oversee the development and implementation of operational plans, KPIs, and metrics to track performance and drive improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, and supply chain to enhance product throughput and quality.
- Foster a culture of inclusion and engagement, ensuring the growth and development of the operations team while promoting a high-performance environment.
- Prepare and manage the operational budget, forecasting expenditures and revenues to ensure financial health and sustainability.
- Assess and identify opportunities for technology adoption and facility upgrades that can enhance operational capabilities.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies.
- Champion safety, security, and risk management practices to ensure a safe working environment and protect sensitive information.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; an MBA is preferred.
- Proven experience (10 years) in a senior leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality assurance, and operational excellence methodologies.
- Exceptional strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
- Strong leadership abilities with a history of developing high-performing teams.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels.
- Expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement strategies.
- Proficiency in financial management and budgeting processes.
- Ability to travel as needed to support operational activities and initiatives.
- ERP Experience required, Epicor Preferred.
- Medical – IBC
- Dental – The Standard Insurance Company
- Vision – IBC – included in medical premium
- Company Paid Life Insurance – The Standard Insurance Company
- Group Additional Life and AD&D Insurance-The Standard
- Group Short and Long Term Disability Insurance- The Standard
- 401 (k) w/ match – Aon (VOYA) (90 Days after full-time hire)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 10 Company Paid Holidays
- Complimentary breakfast and lunch everyday for all employees
Gwynedd Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties to this job at any time.
