The Vice President of Operations is a key leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, efficiency, and strategic growth in a high-mix, high-spec industrial and aerospace/defense manufacturing/service environment. Reporting directly to the President/CEO, this position ensures production meets strict industry specifications, on-time delivery, and cost targets while maintaining compliance with Nadcap, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards. This leader fosters a people-first culture, prioritizes customer satisfaction, and invests in talent development to build the next generation of manufacturing leaders while reinforcing Anoplate’s commitment to its employees, customers, and the broader community.

Culture, Community, & Purpose

At Anoplate, we believe what we do matters—our work directly impacts the safety, reliability, and performance of critical aerospace, defense, and industrial components that serve industries across the globe. As a family-oriented company, we are deeply committed to our employees, our customers, and our community.

Customer-First Mindset: We recognize that our success is measured by our customers' success. We prioritize quality, responsiveness, and service excellence to build trusted partnerships.
Part of Something Bigger: Our work ensures that planes fly safely, military equipment performs reliably, and medical devices operate flawlessly—our customers and the world depend on us.
Community Involvement: We actively support local initiatives, workforce development programs, and industry partnerships to give back and help build a stronger future.
A Family Culture: We treat our employees like family, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where relationships matter, and teamwork drives success.
Making an Impact: Every member of our team contributes to something greater than themselves, knowing that their work affects lives around the world.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute operational strategies to enhance productivity, profitability, and long-term growth. Align operations with Anoplate’s three-year vision and 1-year corporate goals.
Customer Focus & Service Excellence: Ensure on-time delivery, high-quality execution, and responsive customer support to exceed expectations. Partner with Sales to proactively address customer needs, support new business opportunities, and drive continuous improvement based on customer feedback.
Manufacturing & Production Oversight: Lead multi-process chemical plating operations, ensuring adherence to aerospace, military, and industrial specifications. Optimize workflows, scheduling, and resource utilization to maximize efficiency.
Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing: Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and TQM methodologies to drive operational excellence, waste reduction, and process optimization.
Safety, Quality & Compliance: Uphold industry-leading safety, environmental, and quality standards. Maintain compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 while reducing rework, improving first-pass yield, and ensuring strict adherence to Nadcap and AS9100 requirements.
Leadership & Team Development: Build, mentor, and develop high-performing teams by fostering a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous learning. Invest in employee growth, training, and leadership development to build a strong pipeline of future leaders.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Works closely with Quality, Sales, Engineering, Process Control Lab, Environmental, and Maintenance teams to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.
Financial & Project Management: Shared P&L responsibility, contributes to strategic planning, and input on capital projects.

Qualifications:

10+ years of senior leadership in aerospace or industrial manufacturing.
Proven expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational efficiency strategies.
Strong leadership in high-spec, high-mix manufacturing environments.
Experience in regulatory compliance (Nadcap, AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, etc.).
Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability.
Working Knowledge of EOS a plus

Why Join Anoplate

Anoplate is a 65-year industry leader in aerospace and industrial surface treatments. We offer unlimited growth potential, a dynamic team-oriented environment, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in an evolving industry. If you’re a results-driven operations leader who thrives on developing people, driving innovation, serving the community, putting customers first, and executing strategic growth, we invite you to apply and become part of the Anoplate family.

Our core belief is to fulfill the needs of our employees in order to meet the needs of our customers. Anoplate relies on the personal success of our employees.

Bonus Program: Eligible for Management Team bonus based on corporate and individual goals/performance
Well-Being: Comprehensive Medical benefits with zero premium cost dental coverage, Health Savings Account with company contribution, Enhanced Long and Short-Term Disability, Complimentary Wellness Programs, Employee Assistance Program, Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement, Annual Work Boot reimbursement, Uniforms provided at no cost for production line employees & 401(K) Savings Plan with Company Match and Immediate Vesting
Home & Family: Work Life Balance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation & NY State Paid Sick Leave
Work Life: Catered lunches, family holiday events, employee appreciation activities, community culture & amazing co-workers
Growth & Training: On the job training, skills development & opportunities to climb the career ladder

Anoplate appreciates your interest in our company as a place of employment. Anoplate is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

Due to the nature of this position, candidates must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum/refugee status) and Anoplate reserves the right to require documentation to support these regulations prior to your hire date.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Anoplate considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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