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Job Description
Vice President of Manufacturing and Product Development Partnership Account:
Corporate Management Group - 3.5 Pomona, NY Job Details Full-time $160,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Product development research management ISO certification process Strategic management Teamwork Implementing manufacturing quality control protocols Operational management Robotics implementation projects Manufacturing budget management Robotics engineering Engineering process optimization Injection (injection molding) Employee relationship building ROI Manufacturing facility Bachelor's degree Engineering product development Industrial research Managing manufacturing teams Operational excellence initiatives Quality improvement programs in engineering Manufacturing company experience Data analytics technologies Capital investment evaluation Capital budget management Full Job Description Vice President of Manufacturing & Product Development We are seeking a compassionate, people-oriented, and results-driven Vice President of Manufacturing & Product Development to lead and continuously improve all aspects of our manufacturing operations and product development initiatives. This executive leader will be responsible for driving operational excellence, fostering innovation, and building a high-performance culture rooted in integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in plastic injection molding manufacturing, product research and development, automation, robotics, and lean manufacturing environments. They will possess a strong growth mindset, remain open to new ideas and technologies, and demonstrate the ability to balance operational efficiency with employee engagement and development. This leader will be responsible for maintaining world-class operational metrics, including a 99.7% or greater on-time delivery rate, while continually identifying opportunities to improve quality, increase capacity, reduce downtime, optimize ROI on capital investments, and strategically manage vendor relationships to control costs without sacrificing quality or service. The VP will partner closely with senior leadership to support the company's continued growth through innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to developing people. Additional Responsibilities Add the following bullets under responsibilities: Lead all manufacturing, engineering, product development, and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive research and development efforts to support new product innovation and improve existing product performance. Evaluate, implement, and optimize robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing technologies to improve productivity and profitability. Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, quality, safety, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery. Maintain and improve a minimum 99.7% on-time delivery performance through effective production planning and execution. Analyze and justify capital expenditures through measurable ROI assessments and business case development. Establish and maintain strategic vendor relationships while identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve supply chain performance. Champion employee development, engagement, succession planning, and leadership growth throughout the organization. Foster a culture built on integrity, accountability, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning. Lead organizational change initiatives while remaining open to new ideas, technologies, and best practices. Overseeing and ensuring the smooth and consistent flow of a 24/7 manufacturing facility Maximizing capacity/Minimizing downtime Meeting and expanding output targets Meeting and expanding quality standards Managing a group of department managers, supervisors, line operators, and support staff. Hire/Fire responsibilities, including recruiting, training, supervising, motivating, and disciplining the manufacturing personnel Establishing a training regimen for new hires as well as continuous training for existing staff Developing and executing a preventative maintenance program Developing and adhering to a manufacturing budget Developing and enforcing a culture of quality, cleanliness, efficiency, and accountability across the entirety of the manufacturing department Contributing to the updating and expansion of the Company's
ISO 9001
certification Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or related field; Master's degree preferred. 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including senior executive or plant leadership roles. Extensive experience in plastic injection molding manufacturing environments. Proven success managing high-volume automated manufacturing operations. Experience with robotics, automation systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies. Demonstrated expertise in research and development, product commercialization, and process improvement. Strong financial acumen with experience developing budgets, managing costs, and evaluating ROI on capital investments. Proven ability to improve operational performance while maintaining exceptional customer service and delivery metrics. Experience implementing and maintaining ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems. Strong ERP, data analytics, and manufacturing systems experience. Leadership Competencies Compassionate and employee-focused leader who values people as the company's greatest asset. Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire, develop, and retain high-performing teams. Unwavering integrity and commitment to ethical business practices. Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning and improvement. Open-minded and receptive to new ideas, technologies, and perspectives. Collaborative leadership style with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Hands-on executive who leads by example and is willing to work alongside the team when needed. Strategic thinker capable of balancing long-term growth initiatives with daily operational demands. Ideal Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a highly respected manufacturing leader who combines operational excellence with genuine care for employees. They will have a track record of building strong teams, driving innovation through product development and automation, improving profitability through smart cost management and ROI-focused decision making, and maintaining exceptional customer performance metrics. Most importantly, they will embrace our culture of integrity, continuous improvement, and growth while helping lead the organization into its next phase of success.
Pay:
$160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
