Job Description

Leadership

• Run all aspects of factory operations with a” hands on” approach and regular presence on the factory floor.
• Develop and mentor your direct reports to ensure they are well versed in manufacturing techniques applied to a construction type product.
• Set and reinforce performance expectations for all members of the factory management team and lead by example.
• Develop a dynamic and competent workforce. Work with Human Resources to recruit, motivate and develop a best-in-class team.
• Cultivate an ambitious work environment through collaboration, mentorship, and team building.
• Collaborate with Design functions to drive enhanced DFM concepts into product designs and improve quality of manufacturing documentation used in the factory to build products
• Develop, iterate, and implement a plant performance management system to track key performance indicators covering manufacturing, engineering, quality assurance, manpower levels and financial targets.
• Enforce company policies, including safety, production, quality, sales, human resources, customer service and accounting policies.
• Learn and understand the technical aspects of the facility’s automated manufacturing processes to better help in supporting departmental personnel.
• Refine/develop a robust Maintenance and Reliability program to drive a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance strategy and ensure maximum equipment uptime.

Operations

• Oversee all aspects of the business operations, including financial management (plant P&L responsibility), indirect purchasing, scheduling, manufacturing, warehousing, shipping/receiving, quality assurance, and engineering.
• Work with corporate functions on developing annual manufacturing business plans, operating budgets, capex investment, and supporting initiatives to drive key production activities and continuous improvements.
• Ensure the plant’s production lines are optimized to drive equipment efficiencies, material yields, and planned labor/overhead costs.
• Work with the leadership team to ensure the facility’s operational activities and tactical actions are executed in accordance with the plant’s operating plan and budget.
• Constantly assess the facility’s operational efficiencies and seek out opportunities to improve processes and systems feasibly.
• Drive standardization practices throughout the organization and align with other business unit’s initiatives.

Reporting / Finance

• Develop and manage a budget as well as actively monitor and forecast the financial health of the business unit
• Provide quarterly progress reports to include revised financial projections, KPI monitoring, and milestone progress reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication is a must; the ability to engage directly with investors, external executives, and internal leadership stakeholders is required.

Strategy

• Oversee development and execution of the go-to-market strategy for multiple building products and components.
• Identify, cultivate, and structure partnerships with clients and industry stakeholders

Qualifications

If you have the following qualifications, we'd love for you to apply:

• You are a “self-starter" - you can execute your goals with minimal direction
• You are resourceful – you can operate in a startup environment, manage a variety of tasks, and take the initiative to get things done
• You are adaptable - you can quickly and calmly overcome unexpected challenges
• You are able to interact comfortably and seamlessly with all levels of the factory team from Direct Labor to VBC’s executive team.
• 15+ years of manufacturing management experience
• 10+ years of experience as a Site Leader, Executive, or in Operational Leadership
• A solid understanding of building products such as cabinetry, windows, trusses, and/or wall panels preferred
• Experience in off-site, modular, or panelized construction preferred
• Experience overseeing a highly automated production facility preferred
• Proven track record turning on a factory and ramping production expeditiously
• Working knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations in California preferred
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel required
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent coaching and mentorship skills
• English speaking required, Spanish speaking a plus

Additional Information

The Salary Range for this position is $226,000 - $273,000 annual base salary + annual performance bonus. We also off the following benefits:

• Highly competitive pay, benefits program, and flexible time-off programs
• 401(k) program with employer matching
• Employee referral programs with charitable donations
• Day of Giving program to volunteer at community charities

VBC is an equal opportunity employer