VP of Operations

Job description

Company Overview: The Ultra-Met Company is a leading independent manufacturer of tungsten carbide products for fabricators and tool makers that will be used in a wide range of industries such as the automotive, aerospace, medical, petroleum, and woodworking industries. Our products primarily consist of cutting tools and wear products. The manufacturing process involves the use of Tungsten powder, pressing, forming, sintering, and grinding operations. We are a locally owned, privately held, long-term growth-oriented company.

Summary: The primary responsibilities of this position are managing all hands-on operational procedures of the company. This position is responsible for the performance of all department functions including Manufacturing, Material Management, Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, On-Time Delivery, Quality Standards and Safety. This position directly reports to the President. This position assists the President in the aggressive and successful growth of the company. Guided by the objectives of the company, this position provides the leadership, management, and vision, necessary to ensure the company has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, people, and systems in place to effectively grow the organization and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency.

Specific responsibilities include:

Reviewing and approving plans for the control of planned outputs, budget spending, labor efficiency, material efficiency, and engineering effectiveness

Leading the engineering/metallurgy team to successfully manufacture cemented tungsten carbide parts and powder

Presenting monthly reports on performance to management team

Reviewing and monitoring cost control reports, cost estimates, and manpower

Forecasting manpower and facility requirements.

Working closely with other departments to ensure company goals are met

Reviewing and approving major projects involving operations

Developing plans for improvement of manufacturing process

Developing and recommending changes or new operation policies

Ensuring duties, responsibilities, and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood

Defining objectives and goals for the operations division

Developing short-term and long-term goals within budget constraints

Monitoring implementation of manufacturing and organizations plans

Developing and establishing objectives and procedures overseeing performance of operations

Establishing objectives to direct reports and reviews performance

Monitoring, directing and appraising performance of direct reports

Identifying, developing and coordinating training and coaching needs and procedures

Facilitating communication and problem solving between departments.

Consulting with upper management concerning policy or major procedural changes

Providing recommendations for improving the effectiveness of policies and procedures

Reviewing budget proposals received from direct reports

Qualifications:

BS in Engineering or Business

Experience and knowledge in the manufacturing of Cemented Tungsten Carbide including Metallurgy, Testing, and Quality Control

Minimum 10 years in division level management role

Well-developed managerial skills

Proven ability to manage for growth and profitability

Strong analytical and reasoning skills and ability to multi-task

Good interpersonal skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Results oriented

Equal Employment Opportunity The Ultra-Met Company is an equal opportunity employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Worksite address

urbana, OH, 43078, US

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