VP, Operations

Accelevation•Miamisburg, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
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

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