Vice President of Operations | Oshkosh, WI

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Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Guides and provides direction in the management and development of the growth of the company’s products and services.
Develops short-term and long-range strategies, plans, and budgets based on company goals and growth objectives.
Ultimately responsible for the safety and well-being of all individuals under his/her scope of control.
Establishes, with the senior management team, potential markets appropriate for development and growth.
Ensures the profitability of operations through the leadership of people, adherence to budgetary controls, and management of the facilities.
Directs the training effort for the organization to ensure compliance with company goals, objectives, and quality standards.
Maintains and establishes policies to ensure proper leadership development and to provide for capable leadership succession.
Develops and installs procedures and controls to promote communication and exceptional information flow.
Evaluates the results of overall operations regularly and systematically and reports these results to the President and senior management team.
Ensures that the responsibilities, authorities, and accountability of all direct subordinates are well defined and understood. Ensures all individuals under his/her scope of control receive routine and effective performance reviews and manages compensation strategy.
Effectively addresses union matters as appropriate to maintain and improve relationships, while adhering to long-term company goals and profitability objectives.
Maintain relationships with suppliers and customers.
Champion quality/continuous improvement efforts.

Necessary Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
7-10 years of experience in progressively more responsible construction/operations roles and/or any combination of equivalent training and experience which provides desired knowledge, skills, and abilities.
At least three years of experience in a supervisory role and successful experience leading teams and engaging and developing people.
Advanced knowledge of accounting principles (gross margin determination, etc.)
Successful experience leading LEAN management efforts.
Advanced communication skills – including written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to read and comprehend complex business documents – including contracts, product drawings, government regulations, etc. Expert-level business planning skills.
Advanced level of problem-solving skills in a time-sensitive environment.
Experience with ISO or QS 9001 and TQM or other quality systems preferred.