Our client is hiring a Vice President of Manufacturing in Nashville, TN. As a Vice President of Manufacturing, you will oversee operations across six key manufacturing sites, driving standardization, efficiency, and profitability while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. This is a direct-hire opportunity. Relocation is offered.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, business, or a related field
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing
Proven ability to manage multi-site P&L responsibility
Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization methodologies
Preferred Education and Experience:
Advanced degree (MBA, Master's in Engineering, or related field)
Experience in the packaging or printing industry
General Requirements:
Strong leadership skills with a track record of driving cultural transformation
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Experience in high-volume, low-margin manufacturing environments
Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Requires 50-75% travel to manufacturing sites
Essential Functions:
Oversee P&L for multiple manufacturing locations, ensuring profitability and cost management
Drive standardization and best practices across all sites to enhance consistency and operational efficiency
Establish and track KPIs to monitor plant performance, including safety, quality, cost, and delivery
Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and automation strategies to optimize operations
Develop and execute strategies to streamline operations, reduce downtime, and improve asset utilization
Champion the adoption of technology solutions such as ERP and MES for operational optimization
Ensure alignment between manufacturing operations and customer expectations
Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
Mentor and develop leadership teams to build a strong succession pipeline
Working Conditions:
Corporate role with frequent travel to manufacturing sites
Fast-paced, high-performance work environment
Physical Demands:
Frequent travel and on-site presence at manufacturing facilities
Ability to engage in hands-on operational assessments
MAU Workforce Solutions is an innovative global company with extensive experience providing solutions for success in staffing, recruiting, technology and outsourcing to our clients, employees, and applicants. Headquartered in Augusta, GA since 1973, MAU is a family and minority-owned company offering better processes and better people to create efficiencies and greater profits for our clients. Our relationships with world-class companies, our training programs and our culture of family allow MAU to offer better results, better jobs, and better lives to those who work with us.
All Applicants must submit to background check and drug screening
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position