About this opportunity
Hytek Finishes Co. lists this Vice President of Operations - Aerospace Industry opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Vice President of Operations - Aerospace Industry
VP of Operations
Job Overview
Reports to: President
Location: Kent, WA
Type: Exempt, Full-Time
Schedule: *100% Onsite: Monday – Friday
Position Overview
The VP of Operations is a highly visible senior leader reporting to the President, with accountability for Production, Facilities Maintenance, Chemical Maintenance, Procurement, Safety, and labor relations. This role owns operational performance, productivity, capital priorities, customer service support, and team development while driving measurable improvement in OTD, TAT, quick-turn response, expedite performance, issue resolution, and annual cost savings. For the right leader, this is a meaningful growth opportunity within Hytek and the broader TransDigm organization.
Compensation & Growth Opportunity
Base salary range of $170,000 - $205,000, based on experience and leadership background
Performance-based annual bonus opportunity
Long-term incentive opportunities may be available as part of the broader TransDigm organization
Rewards, Benefits & Development
Financial Rewards: competitive base salary, annual incentive opportunity, potential long-term incentive participation, and 401(k) matching
Work/Life Balance: 4 weeks of PTO to start, 10 paid holidays, parental leave, and paid community service time
Health & Welfare: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, mental health support, and long-term care options
Growth Opportunity: this role offers visibility across Hytek and TransDigm, with opportunities to lead enterprise-level initiatives, develop future leaders, and pursue advancement within TransDigm companies in the U.S. and internationally
Strategic Impact & Scope
Lead Production, Facilities Maintenance, Chemical Maintenance, Procurement, and Safety with clear ownership for OTD, TAT, quick turn, expedite, safety, and productivity goals
Deliver annual productivity targets of 4% - 6% cost savings through disciplined execution, cost reduction, and process improvement
Own capital planning and resource allocation to support capacity, efficiency, safety, infrastructure, and growth
Own the union relationship and labor negotiations in partnership with HR and executive leadership
Core Executive Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Business Development
Lead a multi-function operations organization with clear accountability for performance, priorities, and results
Partner with the President, Finance, Sales, and senior leaders to drive growth, operational strategy, and new business support
Model an owner’s mindset by challenging the status quo, making data-based decisions, and building scalable operating discipline
Operational Excellence & Innovation
Own operational execution across production flow, turnaround time, quick-turn response, expedite performance, quality support, and safety
Drive productivity, cost savings, and continuous improvement through disciplined metrics and accountability
Use operational analysis and analytics to identify flow constraints, improve throughput, prioritize resources, and make tactical decisions that support daily execution and customer commitments
Oversee CAPEX priorities and systems improvements
Ensure operational issues impacting the Quality System are escalated, resolved, and sustained through effective corrective action
Ensure operations adhere to and is prepared for audits pertaining to AS9100 and NADCAP
Partner with Customer Service, Sales, and Quality to support customer needs by improving responsiveness, issue resolution, on‑time delivery, and communication on critical orders
Labor Relations & Organizational Development
Own the union relationship and lead labor negotiations, with HR partnership as needed
Resolve labor issues with accountability, consistency, and business judgment
Build leadership capability through coaching, succession planning, and development of senior managers
Strengthen communication, teamwork, and a performance culture across operations
Build a high performing team through performance management and recruitment of top talent
Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management
Key author and presenter of monthly President’s Letters and quarterly Business Unit Management (BUM) reports to TransDigm executive leadership
Presenter for Annual Plan and Mid-Year Review sessions with TransDigm executive leadership
Strategic partner to President and Sr. Leadership in driving business growth initiatives
Champion of quality system integrity and productivity initiatives
The Ideal Candidate
Executive Competencies
Entrepreneurial mindset with owner's perspective
Strategic vision and execution excellence
Change management expertise
Advanced financial acumen
Executive presence and communication mastery
Crisis management and problem‑solving prowess
Leadership Qualifications
Distinguished track record of P&L management in manufacturing operations
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in complex manufacturing environments
Proven success in union negotiations and labor relations management
Demonstrated ability to drive organizational transformation and cultural change
Bachelor's degree required; Advanced degree preferred
Six Sigma/Lean certification valued
Security Requirements
Required to pass background verification and pre-employment drug screening
Must be able authorized to work in the U.S. and an export license is required for all non-US Persons. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visa applicants
Essential Mental/Physical Demands Ability to sit in an office environment for long periods. Extensive use of hands in writing, computer, and other office equipment. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. on an occasional basis. Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Hytek Finishes - The largest independent supplier of specialized aerospace metal finishing, non-destructive testing, plating, anodizing and organic coating services in the Pacific Northwest. Our employees provide specialized surface treatments, chemical finishing and non-destructive testing to the aerospace and defense industries.
Hytek Finishes is an equal opportunity employer. It is Hytek’s policy to make all employment decisions without regard to an individual’s sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race (including traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists), creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin,English-proficiency or accent or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status, and any other categories protected by applicable state, local, or federal law. M/F/Disability/Protected Vet
Department: Production Administration-
This is a management position
This is a full time position
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