VP Operations

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VP of Operations

Los Alamitos, CA

200K - 250K

The Vice President of Operations will lead manufacturing, supply chain, and quality functions for a growth-stage clean energy technology company. This role focuses on building scalable, efficient operations that support the delivery of advanced energy and sustainability solutions while meeting cost, quality, and delivery objectives.

• Lead manufacturing operations for the assembly and testing of complex energy and industrial systems, with an emphasis on scalability, efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Drive operational excellence across production planning, capacity management, and process optimization as the business grows.
• Oversee supply chain strategy, including supplier performance, lead times, quality, and cost control.
• Implement and maintain a Quality Management System, including ISO-aligned processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner closely with engineering and commercial teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and aligned with customer and business requirements.
• Provide operational oversight for externally supported projects and field deployments, coordinating with vendors and partners as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience leading operations within technology-driven manufacturing environments.
• Background in industrial, energy, clean tech, or sustainability-focused sectors.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies.
• Experience operating in both structured and fast-growing environments.
• Familiarity with ISO-based quality systems and ERP platforms.
• Proven ability to manage complex production and development efforts from early stages through sustained manufacturing.
• Solid program, cost, and schedule management skills.
• Hands‑on, results‑oriented leadership style with the ability to operate effectively across functions.