VP of Operations — Luxury Auto Manufacturing

Karma Automotive; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental & Vision Plans

Health Savings Account & Flexible Sp.*

401(k) with Employer Match

Relocation Assistance (if applicable)

Employee Health & Well‑Being Program

Sick Time, Vacation time and Personal

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Schedule

Job summary

Karma Automotive seeks a Vice President of Operations to provide strategic leadership across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Plant Quality in Irvine, CA. This role balances hands‑on leadership with high‑level strategy, driving performance, cost control, and continuous improvement across a low‑volume, high‑mix manufacturing model.

You will partner with Engineering, Program Management, Sales, Finance, and other functions to support growth, operational excellence, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field is required.
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience leading manufacturing, supply chain, purchasing and quality functions.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and operational reporting.
• Demonstrated success with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Plant Quality.
• Establish and execute annual and long‑term operating strategies aligned with objectives.
• Drive improvements in productivity, throughput, labor efficiency, and cost.
• Lead cross‑functional leadership with executive presence across the organization.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Executive Leadership

Communication Skills

Negotiation

Problem-Solving

Cross-functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field

Job description

Karma Automotive seeks a Vice President of Operations to provide strategic leadership across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Plant Quality in Irvine, CA. This role balances hands‑on leadership with high‑level strategy, driving performance, cost control, and continuous improvement across a low‑volume, high‑mix manufacturing model.

You will partner with Engineering, Program Management, Sales, Finance, and other functions to support growth, operational excellence, and strong