Vice President of Operations - Electronics - Chelmsford, MA

This VP of Operations role leads all day‑to‑day manufacturing operations within a high‑mix, high‑reliability electronics environment. The position oversees production scheduling, staffing, throughput, on‑time delivery, and resource planning to ensure efficient and predictable execution. This leader will partner closely with engineering, supply chain, planning, and quality to drive operational discipline.

Client Details

My client is a global electronics manufacturing services provider supporting advanced industries such as defense, medical, industrial, and communications technology. With a focus on precision assembly, complex PCB builds, and high‑reliability manufacturing, the organization emphasizes quality, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence. The environment is fast‑paced, dynamic, and collaborative-ideal for leaders who thrive in solving problems, improving systems, and strengthening manufacturing performance.

Description

• Lead daily manufacturing operations, including production, staffing, scheduling, and floor readiness
* Ensure on‑time delivery, throughput, and production efficiency across all assigned areas
* Oversee supervisors, leads, and production teams; build and develop high‑performing staff
* Partner with engineering on manufacturability, process stability, and defect reduction
* Collaborate with quality to maintain compliance, address escapes, and support audits
* Drive Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve flow
* Monitor and report on KPIs including yield, cycle time, inventory accuracy, and labor efficiency
* Resolve operational bottlenecks, equipment issues, and production variances
* Support customer builds, site readiness, and cross‑functional planning activities
* Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant manufacturing environment
* Coordinate resource planning, shift transitions, and workload balancing
* Support implementation of new processes, technologies, and manufacturing capabilities
* Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for operational issues

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Vice President of Operations should have:

• 5-10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience (EMS or electronics preferred)
* Strong background in production operations, scheduling, and resource management
* Experience leading teams in a fast‑paced, customer‑driven environment
* Knowledge of PCB assembly, electronics manufacturing processes, or complex assemblies
* Familiarity with Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies
* Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving abilities
* Strong collaboration across engineering, planning, supply chain, and quality
Preferred:
* Experience in defense, aerospace, medical, or other regulated industries
* Background in high‑mix, low‑to‑mid‑volume production environments
* Experience with ERP/MES systems and KPI‑driven operational managemen

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation and bonus program
* Comprehensive medical/dental/vision benefits
* 401(k) with company match
* Strong career development and advancement opportunities
* Dynamic, collaborative operations and engineering environment
* Opportunity to influence operational strategy and manufacturing performance

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as Vice President of Operations, apply today for immedidate consideration!

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.