Transformational VP of Manufacturing Engineering & Facilities

MACNY's Job Board; Village of New York Mills (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

The Fountainhead Group seeks a hands-on VP, Manufacturing Engineering & Facilities in New York Mills to lead manufacturing engineering, automation, equipment, maintenance and facilities at our NY Mills site. This onsite, full-time role includes relocation assistance.

You will develop a long-term technology strategy, drive throughput, quality and uptime improvements, and guide capital projects with ROI analysis, partnering with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain and NPD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a manufacturing/technical discipline is required.
• Progressive leadership in manufacturing engineering, automation, maintenance, and facilities.
• Strong knowledge of automation, controls, robotics, and manufacturing processes.
• Plastics manufacturing background; blow molding or injection molding experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-term manufacturing engineering and technology strategy covering automation, equipment, tooling, facilities, and capacity requirements.
• Drive measurable improvements in throughput, quality, uptime, and cost; lead initiatives in automation and controls, robotics, and production systems.
• Lead capital planning and major projects with ROI analysis; ensure proper prioritization and funding.
• Strengthen equipment reliability via asset planning, preventive/predictive maintenance, and timely replacements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, vendors, and processes for meaningful operational or financial benefits.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, NPD and other leaders to resolve complex challenges.
• Build and develop strong manufacturing engineering teams by mentoring staff and closing capability gaps.

Skills

Leadership experience

Automation

Equipment design

Maintenance & reliability

Facilities management

Capital projects

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Team development

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline

Job description

The Fountainhead Group seeks a hands-on VP, Manufacturing Engineering & Facilities in New York Mills to lead manufacturing engineering, automation, equipment, maintenance and facilities at our NY Mills site. This onsite, full-time role includes relocation assistance.

You will develop a long-term technology strategy, drive throughput, quality and uptime improvements, and guide capital projects with ROI analysis, partnering with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain and NPD.