Global VP of Operations & Fabrication Excellence

Nikkiso Co.; Huntington Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases seeks a Vice President of Operations to lead global fabrication centers, oversee manufacturing operations, and drive supply chain excellence. The role focuses on safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost control, and lean initiatives across a multinational footprint.

The position reports to the Business Unit President and requires a strategic, data-driven approach to unify methodologies, improve efficiency, and foster a culture of teamwork and customer

Qualifications

• Requires degree in engineering or related field and 10–15 years of industrial equipment fabrication experience.
• Strong safety and quality system knowledge with ability to lead a team of experts.
• Experience managing multiple production facilities domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide global operational leadership for fabrication centers, including manufacturing and welding processes.
• Drive production capacity planning, budget adherence, and schedule compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize the supply chain.

Skills

P&L management

Leadership

Strategic planning

Supply chain management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Safety & quality

Operations management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering/operations

Tools

MRP/ERP software

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases seeks a Vice President of Operations to lead global fabrication centers, oversee manufacturing operations, and drive supply chain excellence. The role focuses on safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost control, and lean initiatives across a multinational footprint.

The position reports to the Business Unit President and requires a strategic, data-driven approach to unify methodologies, improve efficiency, and foster a culture of teamwork and customer