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Vice President of Manufacturing
Vice President of ManufacturingGlobal Search Network • Syracuse, NY, United States
Vice President of Manufacturing

Vice President of Manufacturing

Global Search Network • Syracuse, NY, United States
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Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 12+ years of progressive leadership in manufacturing, including full plant ownership.
  • Experience leading new facility start-ups or major plant expansions.
  • Extensive background in Food & Beverage or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturing.
  • Proven record of driving operational excellence using Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured continuous improvement systems.
  • Demonstrated success leading large teams in high-speed, high-volume environments.
  • Strong financial and business acumen, with the ability to translate operational strategies into measurable results.

Overview

As SVP of Manufacturing for a single, massive, state-of-the-art production facility, you will play a pivotal role in launching and scaling operations. This hands-on leader will establish operational systems, guide the plant through start-up, and ensure full-scale production excellence. The role demands someone who combines strategic thinking with active, on-the-floor leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Leadership

  • Define and execute the plant’s manufacturing strategy in alignment with company goals.
  • Lead all aspects of production, planning, and operational performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery metrics.
  • Ensure operational readiness, establishing infrastructure, people, and systems for a successful launch.
  • Start-Up & Scaling Execution

  • Oversee plant commissioning and start-up, including hiring, training, SOP development, and line validation.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, HR) to execute the start-up roadmap.
  • Drive speed to performance while building a foundation for long-term scalability and efficiency.
  • Team Development & Culture Building

  • Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing team of directors, managers, supervisors, and front-line employees.
  • Foster a culture centered on safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and empowerment.
  • Lead by example, working alongside teams on the plant floor while setting clear expectations.
  • Continuous Improvement & Lean Execution

  • Identify and implement best practices and Lean principles to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
  • Promote a data-driven environment using KPIs to measure performance and guide decisions.
  • Lead CI projects focused on throughput, reliability, and cost control.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Supply Chain and Sales & Operations Planning to ensure capacity aligns with demand.
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance to establish rigorous standards and ensure regulatory and food safety compliance.
  • Serve as the plant’s point of contact with corporate leadership on performance, initiatives, and alignment.
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