VP of Manufacturing Operations & Excellence

Hussey Copper; Leetsdale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Hussey Copper seeks a Vice President of Operations to join the Executive Leadership Team and drive performance across multiple manufacturing locations in PA and KY. You will lead Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Health, and Environmental functions, build leaders, and translate strategy into action.

The role requires 15+ years in leadership, strong Lean/Six Sigma knowledge, and a proven ability to deliver measurable results while traveling between sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Industrial Management, Operations, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience, including at least three years in upper management.
• Proven experience leading manufacturing operations and building high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute operational strategy while delivering measurable business results.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong financial and business acumen with experience managing budgets, cost structures, operational plans, and performance metrics.
• Ability and willingness to maintain a regular presence within manufacturing operations and travel between company locations as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Establish, communicate, and execute the strategic direction of operations across multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Lead performance across critical operational measures, including safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and employee engagement.
• Provide executive leadership for Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Health, and Environmental functions.
• Build organizational capability through staffing, talent development, training, employee engagement, and leadership development.
• Partner with the President and Executive Leadership Team to establish business priorities and translate goals into actionable operating plans.
• Foster a high-performance culture centered on safety, accountability, operational discipline, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Ensure operational decisions, projects, staffing strategies, and investments align with the organization's vision, cost structure, and annual budget.
• Establish and manage operating budgets while maintaining strong oversight of costs and staffing requirements.
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Sales, and other functions to remove barriers and support customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements.
• Establish consistent operational policies, practices, standards, and performance expectations across facilities.
• Review operational performance and provide insights into results, risks, priorities, and opportunities.
• Maintain a visible presence within manufacturing operations and stay current on emerging technologies and trends.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering / Industrial Management / Operations

MBA or other advanced degree

Job description

Hussey Copper seeks a Vice President of Operations to join the Executive Leadership Team and drive performance across multiple manufacturing locations in PA and KY. You will lead Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Health, and Environmental functions, build leaders, and translate strategy into action.

The role requires 15+ years in leadership, strong Lean/Six Sigma knowledge, and a proven ability to deliver measurable results while traveling between sites.