VP of Operations

Moran Iron Works, Inc.; Onaway (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Clothing allowance

Job summary

Moran Iron Works, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Vice President of Operations to provide strategic leadership, oversee daily operations, and drive profitability. This role requires coordinating managers, aligning resources, and guiding the organization toward shared goals.

You will lead budgeting, policy development, and process improvements while implementing safety, training, and EOS principles across the management team. A bachelor's degree and proven executive experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Four+ years in a senior leadership role with proven growth impact.
• Experience in senior management, leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills under pressure and decisive action.
• Proven ability to analyze financial statements, manage costs, and drive profitability.
• Minimum requirement: high school diploma or GED; hands-on experience matters most.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure operational controls, administration, and reporting support efficiency and compliance.
• Evaluate and implement technology solutions to enhance performance and growth.
• Develop and manage the annual budget with department heads; monitor expenditures and cost control.
• Oversee policies and procedures to promote consistency, profitability, and sustainability.
• Collaborate with managers to implement process improvements and reduce costs.
• Address recurring challenges and identify risks impacting success.
• Lead operational programs including training, safety, housekeeping, and security.
• Plan and execute major projects: facility changes, capital investments, maintenance.
• Monitor progress with metrics and hold managers accountable to EOS-driven goals.
• Lead EOS implementation and ongoing training among the management team.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Operations management

Problem solving

Project planning

Safety and compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Moran Iron Works values people as individuals – not as “workers” or “staff.” We create goals and plans for professional and personal growth, recognizing that not everyone is the same, and that there’s greatness in differences. We believe our company’s success is a direct result of our passion for doing great work and taking on the responsibility and accountability to do what it takes to have our customers be more than satisfied with their fabrication orders. When our clients make a purchase order, they know they’re getting the professionalism, experience, knowledge, and skill Moran Iron Works is known for.

To help maintain this high-performing culture and drive our future growth, we are seeking a dynamic and strategic Vice President of Operations.

Job Purpose

Provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure that management, supervisors, and staff operate collaboratively and effectively toward shared organizational goals. Oversee operations and make key decisions to drive profitability, long-term sustainability, and overall organizational success.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the organization maintains effective operational controls, administrative systems, and reporting procedures that support efficiency and compliance.
• Evaluate and implement technological solutions to enhance organizational performance, ensuring that technology is leveraged effectively for business growth and innovation.
• Develop and manage the annual budget, collaborating with department leaders to monitor expenditures, drive cost control, and align financial planning with strategic goals.
• Oversee the creation, updating and implementation of policies and procedures to promote operational consistency, profitability, and long-term sustainability.
• Collaborate with department managers to identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, increase productivity, and reduce operational costs.
• Partner with department leaders to proactively address recurring challenges and identify potential risks that could impact organizational success.
• Direct and coordinate key operational programs, including training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction initiatives, employee engagement, and security protocols.
• Lead the planning and execution of major projects, such as facility layout modifications, capital investments, and significant maintenance or repair efforts.
• Monitor progress toward strategic departmental objectives by establishing performance metrics and holding department managers accountable for achieving results aligned with the executive plan.
• Serve as the lead facilitator for the implementation and ongoing training of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) among the Management Team.

Required Qualifications/Experience

• At least four years of experience in a similar leadership role with a clear track record of helping a company grow and succeed.
• Have solid experience in senior management, leading teams, and getting everyone moving in the same direction.
• Proven problem solver who doesn't freeze under pressure. You can look at a tough situation, make a solid decision, and take action.
• Proven knowledge and hands-on experience managing general corporate finances and operational budgets. Must possess a strong background in finance and accounting, with a demonstrated ability to analyze financial statements, manage cost structures, and drive operational profitability.
• A high school diploma or GED is our minimum requirement. What matters most to us is your actual hands-on experience and capability.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent in business administration or similar field

Salary And Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Insurance: health, vision, dental, life
• 401(k) with employer match
• Clothing allowance