director / vice president, operations

3 weeks ago


Columbia, South Carolina, United States Rush & Company Full time

We are working with a well-established (one division is a 125-year producer of personal protection for global defense forces, emergency responders, industrial personnel operating in high temperature environments (products include helmet systems, hearing protection, communication equipment, respiratory protection systems).

The division in focus for this role (for over 40 years) has been a pioneer and leading producer of high temperature fabrics for thermal management and fire protection.

They also produce apparel to protect crews with their customers in over 70 countries covering a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, industrial, etc.

All products are made in the USA in multiple locations.

The company is looking for an experienced Director or Vice President of Operations to be located in their facility near Winston-Salem/Greensboro/High Point North Carolina (note, this position covers multiple sites across the USA for their textile manufacturing, weaving, performance fibers, lamination and coating, cut/sew, etc.).

This role reports to the CEO, comes with the opportunity for minority equity/ownership, advancement potential to more senior roles, and includes a competitive base salary with solid benefits.


Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director or Vice President of Operations to oversee our manufacturing operations across multiple sites in the USA.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing large teams, optimizing processes, ensuring product quality, and driving cost efficiencies.

They should be adept at working closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Finance, the CEO, and the Board of Directors, to achieve company goals.

Experience in Plant Management, entrepreneurial mindset, mechanical aptitude, figure it out/fix it attitude, weaving/woven products background would be ideal.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management:
Lead and manage a diverse team of 30-50 hourly resources across multiple manufacturing sites
Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee development
Set clear expectations, provide feedback, and ensure effective performance management. Run weekly operations meetings & monthly cross-functional staff meetings

Operations Management:
Oversee plant scheduling to optimize production efficiency and meet customer demands
Ensure regular maintenance of machinery and equipment to minimize downtime
Implement and maintain ISO 9001 standards to ensure quality control and process consistency
Drive 6S and lean manufacturing initiatives to improve overall operational efficiency
Manage internal and external cut and sew operations to meet production targets and quality standards

Sourcing and Product Development:
Responsible for strategic sourcing, establishing key vendor relationships, and managing the sourcing team to secure cost-effective raw materials and supplies
Closely monitors and manages inventory levels to optimize cash flow and lead-times
Work closely with the product development team to introduce new products and improve existing ones

Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Liaise with Sales to align production with customer orders and market demands
Collaborate with Finance to monitor and control operational budgets, in
Provide regular updates and reports to the CEO and the Board of Directors on operational performance and strategic initiatives

Cost Optimization:
Identify opportunities to engineer out costs and streamline production processes
Continuously monitor and manage operational expenses to maximize profitability

Safety and Compliance:
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and maintain a safe working environment
Develop and enforce disciplinary procedures as needed to maintain a safe and productive workforce

Process Optimization:
Continuously evaluate and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality
Implement best practices and innovative solutions to improve overall performance

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Textiles preferred
Proven experience in a senior leadership role within the textile manufacturing industry. Strong knowledge of weaving, coating, and lamination
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and quality control processes
Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing and 6S principles
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
Expert understanding of plant operations, maintenance, and scheduling
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Ability to manage and motivate a large, diverse workforce
Familiarity with cut and sew operations, textile lamination, and coating is a plus
Knowledge of textile industry trends and product development is an advantage
Results-oriented with a focus on achieving operational excellence
High energy, people-person able to tackle problems quickly
All Candidates must be able to provide work related references.

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