Vice President of Operations
Core
Lead and oversee all operational functions within the Detroit Division of JR Automation, driving operational excellence for intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions.
Role type
Executive Vice President of Operations (Manufacturing & Automation)
Builds
Custom automation projects for leading global manufacturers, from design through manufacturing, integration, and customer deployment.
Domain
Industrial Automation / Manufacturing / Engineering
Required skills
Strategic leadership, manufacturing operations management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, quality management systems (ISO), ERP/MES systems, financial acumen, organizational development, cross-functional partnership.
Preferred skills
MBA, automation industry experience, automotive industry experience (OEM/Tier 1), change management, data analytics.
Technologies
ERP systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), data analytics platforms.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute manufacturing strategies, oversee day-to-day production planning and scheduling, implement continuous improvement initiatives, build and lead high-performing operations teams, partner with Sales/Finance/Engineering, ensure compliance with safety and quality regulations.
Seniority
Executive, division-level leadership