What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President of Operations position at Aerostar Manufacturing?
Position Overview
The VP of Operations will provide end-to-end leadership across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and production control. This role is critical in driving performance, accountability, and scalability to support aggressive growth while maintaining world-class delivery and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multi-site manufacturing operations (U.S. & India)
- Drive improvements in on-time delivery, quality, throughput, and cost
- Oversee S&OP, capacity planning, supply chain, and production control
- Implement KPIs, standard work, and accountability systems
- Ensure compliance with AS9100, ITAR, NADCAP, and customer requirements
- Lead NPI, ECN/ECO processes, and engineering collaboration
- Develop 3-year operational roadmap and capital plans
- Partner with Sales to ensure accurate quoting and executable forecasts
- Strengthen cross-functional alignment across Engineering, Quality, and Operations
Key Performance Metrics
- OTD ≥ 95%
- Year-over-year Quality PPM reduction
- Productivity improvement (5–8% annually)
- Scrap and rework reduction
- Capacity utilization and throughput improvements
- Forecast accuracy and S&OP adherence
- Cost and margin performance
Qualifications
- 15 years in manufacturing operations
- 7 years in multi-site or global leadership roles
- Experience in precision machining, aerospace/defense, or regulated environments
- Proven success scaling operations across U.S. and offshore (India experience preferred)
- Strong background in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
Technical Skills
- CNC machining and manufacturing processes
- AS9100, ITAR, NADCAP compliance
- S&OP, forecasting, and capacity planning
- Supply chain and vendor management
- Cost control (labor efficiency, scrap, utilization)
Leadership Profile
- Results-driven with strong accountability
- Builds high-performing, cross-functional teams
- Data-driven decision maker
- Strong communicator with executive presence
- Able to lead change and stabilize operations
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field
- MBA or Master’s preferred
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred)
Why Join Aerostar
- High-growth, strategic leadership role
- Opportunity to build and scale global operations
- Direct impact on company performance and growth
- Collaborative, values-driven culture
Apply today if you’re ready to lead and scale a global manufacturing operation.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person