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Metglas, Inc., located in Conway, SC, is a world-leading producer of Amorphous Metal Ribbon. Founded in the 1970s as Allied Signal in Morristown, NJ, the company pioneered the development and production of amorphous metal – a unique alloy with a random atomic structure. Metglas’ proprietary manufacturing process relies on the rapid solidification of molten alloy at an extraordinary rate of approximately one million degrees Celsius per second, enabling the creation of high-performance materials used in advanced applications worldwide.

 

Seeking a VP of Operations to Lead Our 24/7 High-Performance Amorphous Metal Manufacturing facility

 

 

Position Summary

This role provides executive leadership across multiple manufacturing departments to achieve strategic goals and financial success. Serves as a key decision-maker responsible for overall operations and oversight of staff performance

 

Responsibilities of Position:

  • Champion a culture of safety as the organization’s top priority, ensuring operational practices meet or exceed regulatory standards
  • Collaborate with Federal and State government agencies, the Chamber of Commerce, Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD), and other stakeholders to leverage incentives, programs, and project opportunities
  • Serve as the primary operational leader in the COO’s absence, ensuring seamless plant management while the COO  focuses on developing another site. Must be highly self-directed, with the ability to anticipate needs and take proactive action before issues arise
  • Oversee multi-functional areas including Manufacturing, R&D, Production, Planning & Control, Facilities, Logistics, Maintenance, Safety, Purchasing, Supply Chain and Engineering
  • Drive the development and execution of strategic goals, budgets, and actionable plans to optimize operational performance and financial results
  • Ensure delivery of high-quality products on time and within budget while maintaining cost-efficient operations
  • Partner with senior leadership, including Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and the COO , to align operational strategies with business objectives and customer satisfaction
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a Lean culture and applying Six Sigma tools to reduce costs, increase capacity, and enhance operational efficiency
  • Provide strong leadership, mentorship, and development to management staff, supervisors, and operational teams
  • Conduct management reviews, communicate progress, and promote process improvement initiatives
  • Make on-site strategic operational decisions, including labor allocations, material utilization, purchasing approvals, inventory management, capital expenditures, safety programs, and compliance with corporate policies, OSHA/EPA, and other regulatory requirements
  • Oversee facilities, maintenance and shipping operations, optimizing uptime and reliability
  • Ensure production processes, supply chain, and inventory controls are robust, compliant, and efficient

  Core Competencies

  • Executive leadership and organizational management across multiple functions and sites
  • Strategic thinker and proactive problem-solver with strong business acumen
  • Proven ability to motivate, manage, and develop teams to achieve organizational goals
  • Strong customer relationship management skills, including building, developing, and maintaining partnerships
  • Expertise in production control, supply chain, materials management, and inventory optimization
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and quality system requirements
  • Skilled in statistical analysis and business software (Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement expertise (Green Belt or higher)
  • Exceptional planning, communication, and presentation skills
  • Solid finance acumen, including the ability to understand cost structures, analyze financial data, and price products effectively for competitive positioning

 Experience/Education Required/Sought:

  • A bachelor’s degree in a Science related field (exp. Material Science)
  • Executive-level experience with 10+ years in industrial/manufacturing plant management, including 7+ years of supervisory experience with cost responsibility across multiple departments and sites
  • Proven experience collaborating with Federal and State governments, DOE, DoD, and navigating government incentive programs
  • Experience working closely with R&D, Quality, Procurement, and other cross-functional departments in a complex manufacturing environment
  • Expertise in managing multiple functional areas including manufacturing, production control, quality, product development, materials, engineering, operations, and customer relations
  • Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices
  • Metal industry background a plus
  • Ability to lead additional plants as the company grows
  • Available 24/7 based on business needs.

Travel

Open to 25% travel, including domestic and international customer-facing activities to support Metglas’ growth objectives

ITAR and EAR Disclosure Statement:

This position requires compliance with ITAR and/or EAR requirements. As a potential candidate for this position, you must be a “U.S. Person” (as defined under 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 and 15 C.F.R. § 772.1 ). The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”) are the primary export control regulations in the United States. The successful candidate will be required to show proof substantiating their status as a U.S. Person.

Available to full-time employees on Day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and AD&D, STD, LTD, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Personal Days, 401k Contributing (match after 12 months of full-time employment), and career development.