Solstice Consulting Group is seeking an experienced Vice President, Manufacturing & Engineering for an oil & gas equipment manufacturing client in the Lafayette, Louisiana metropolitan area. Our client designs and builds production equipment to serve the onshore oil & gas and EPC industry sectors. This role is responsible for manufacturing operations, engineering and QHSE.
· Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 15+ years of related experience required
o MBA a plus
· 7+ years of management and engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required
· Experience and knowledge of upstream and midstream operations
· Base salary range: $200k - $240k DOE plus bonus opportunity and benefits
· Relocation assistance may be available if not local
Role Overview:
The VP, Mfg & Engineering will be responsible for oversight of manufacturing operations, engineering and QHSE (including P&L and cost management) for the company and oversee a total staff of approximately 20.
• Oversee production planning and scheduling across the company
• Work with managers to manage people and financial resource allocation to meet budgetary goals
• Ensure safety and quality standards and delivery commitments are met (HSEQ)
• Drive operational efficiency, lean manufacturing implementation and cost management
- Develop and improve processes within the organization
• Build relationships with key suppliers, customers and partners
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and 15+ years of related experience required
· MBA a plus
- 7+ years of management and engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required
- Experience and knowledge of upstream and midstream operations
- Strong process and project management experience required
- Leadership in HSEQ, P&L, resource needs, supply chain and operations
