VP, Operations

Socket.dev; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Long-term incentives

401(k) with match

Health, dental, vision

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Accelevation, a leader in advanced infrastructure, is seeking a Vice President of Operations to drive multi-site manufacturing excellence and scalable growth. You will shape Lean systems, lead cross-functional teams, and partner with executive leadership to execute strategic plans.

This role emphasizes safety, quality, delivery, and profitability, with a focus on transformation, automation, and performance discipline across facilities nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations across multiple facilities with alignment and excellence.
• Develop and execute operational strategy for growth, profitability, and scalability.
• Build Lean system with continuous improvement and discipline.
• Own safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Partner with Finance to improve forecasting, cost control, and margins.
• Establish KPI dashboards for real-time visibility.
• Lead automation, process optimization, and technology improvements.
• Build scalable models for new facilities and acquisitions.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Engineering, Supply Chain, PMO, and exec leadership.
• Recruit and mentor operations leadership; build succession plans.
• Establish governance and reporting for consistent execution.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

P&L management

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decisions

Executive communication

ERP systems

Operational analytics

Multi-site leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Vice President of Operations

Location: Miamisburg, OH - Onsite

About Accelevation

We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures, and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today's most advanced technologies. We've grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.

Your Impact

As Vice President of Operations, you will lead enterprise-wide manufacturing operations across a growing multi-site network, building the systems, teams, and operating discipline required to support Accelevation's next phase of growth. You will drive operational excellence through scalable processes, Lean manufacturing principles, and data-driven decision making while improving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and profitability.

This executive role partners closely with senior leadership to translate strategy into execution, standardize operations across facilities, and build a high-performing organization capable of supporting rapid expansion.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations across multiple facilities while driving alignment, standardization, and operational excellence
• Develop and execute the operational strategy that supports company growth, profitability, and long-term scalability
• Build and implement a Lean operating system focused on continuous improvement and operational discipline
• Own operational performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, productivity, and customer satisfaction
• Partner with Finance to improve forecasting accuracy, cost control, margin expansion, and resource utilization
• Establish KPI dashboards and performance management systems that provide real-time operational visibility
• Lead operational transformation initiatives including automation, process optimization, technology implementation, and infrastructure improvements
• Build scalable operating models that support organic growth, new facilities, and acquisitions
• Partner with Commercial, Engineering, Supply Chain, Program Management, and executive leadership to improve enterprise execution
• Recruit, develop, and mentor a high-performing operations leadership team while building succession plans and organizational capability
• Establish governance, accountability, and reporting structures that drive consistent execution across all manufacturing locations
• Foster a culture centered on safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field
• MBA preferred
• 15+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including significant experience leading multi-site operations
• Demonstrated success leading large manufacturing organizations through rapid growth and operational transformation
• Proven experience managing large P&Ls and driving improvements in profitability, productivity, and operational performance
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
• Experience in metal fabrication, welding, manufacturing, assembly, industrial equipment, or related industries
• Experience with ERP systems, operational analytics, and performance management tools
• Proven ability to build high-performing teams, develop leaders, and lead organizational change
• Excellent executive communication, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading operations within a high-growth or private equity-backed manufacturing company
• Experience integrating acquisitions and standardizing operations across multiple facilities
• Lean, Six Sigma, or similar operational excellence certification
• Experience implementing automation and digital manufacturing initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus
• Long-term incentive opportunity
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Collaborative, high-energy workplace

Our Core Values

• Safety - We proactively protect our people and environment
• Inclusion - We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds
• Speed - We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile
• Innovation - We challenge assumptions and simplify processes
• Judgment - We make sound decisions with the business in mind
• Accountability - We take ownership and deliver results

Job Application Notice

Accelevation LLC does not ask for payment or sensitive personal details, such as bank account or Social Security numbers, during the job application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values. We build teams that celebrate and embrace diversity, fostering a culture of respect for all.

As part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.