Vice President Operations at Power Device Corporation in Bohemia, NY

Job description

• Position Summary: The Vice President of Operations will plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee operations activities in the organization, ensuring development and implementation of efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the daily workflow of multiple departments (production, procurement/planning, warehousing, facilities).
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains management-level staff in the reporting departments.
• Provides constructive and timely performance management activities for direct reports; actively participates in the professional development of direct reports and succession planning.
• Facilitates discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy when necessary.
• Establishes, implements, and communicates the strategic direction of the organization’s operations division.
• Collaborates with executive leadership to develop and meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on operations projects and systems.
• Collaborates with other divisions and departments to carry out the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials.
• Ensures that departmental decisions and project plans such as those for staffing, development, organization, material efficiency, hardware acquisitions, and facilities are in line with the organization’s business plan and vision.
• Establishes, communicates, and implements operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.
• Reviews and approves cost-control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for projects.
• Establishes and administers the department’s budget.
• Presents periodic performance reports and metrics to the President and Corporate leadership.
• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in operations management.
• Identifies training needs and ensures proper training is developed and provided.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• This position requires a U.S Person or a person who can qualify for a Department of State or Department of Commerce License.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency in AI tools
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering, or other industry-related field required; MBA preferred.
• At least 10 years of industry-related (aerospace/defense and/or electronics manufacturing) experience including three years in upper management required.

Skills

Required

• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in AI tools

Benefits

• The compensation range for this role is $200,000 to $250,000 annually based on experience.