A privately held, U.S.-based manufacturer with over 75 years of industry expertise and a strong legacy of innovation and quality is seeking a dynamic Vice President to lead cross-functional operations. This on-site executive role (south metro) reports directly to the President and oversees Marketing, Human Resources, Operations, Engineering, and Project Management. The ideal candidate will bring strategic vision and hands-on leadership to drive organizational alignment and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the senior on-site executive, executing the strategic vision of the President.
- Lead cross-functional collaboration across departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Oversee high-impact initiatives and ensure successful execution of multi-departmental projects.
- Participate in product development stage-gate reviews with decision-making authority.
- Collaborate with department leaders and finance on capital planning and budget strategy.
- Stay informed on industry trends and regulatory developments to maintain market leadership.
- Support process training and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Facilitate executive-level meetings and provide strategic recommendations based on departmental input.
- Conduct regular 1:1s with direct reports to monitor progress and communicate priorities.
- Chair cross-functional steering committees to drive shared direction and accountability.
- Approve departmental expenses and time-off requests.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of executive leadership experience managing sizable teams or department with demonstrated expertise in operations and engineering environments.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related discipline; Master's degree preferred.
- Industry experience in HVAC/R or adjacent manufacturing sectors.
- Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean certification highly preferred.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: up to $330,000 (all-in, no bonus structure; stable and predictable earnings).
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%, no vesting schedule.
- Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and company-paid disability and life insurance.
- Paid Time Off + Holiday Pay
- Telemedicine Access: 24/7 for employees and families
- Referral Program: Incentives for successful candidate referrals
Work Schedule & Location
- Schedule: 4-day work week (Monday-Thursday), 10-hour days between 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Additional hours may be required during peak periods.
- Location: Fully on-site role in the south metro. On-site presence is essential for collaboration and impact.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
