Division Vice President, Operations

Division Vice President, Operations
Company: AMETEK, Inc.
Division: Rotron
Location: Woodstock, New York, United States
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview
AMETEK is seeking an accomplished Division Vice President, Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership across its manufacturing organization.

Reporting to senior divisional leadership, the successful candidate will oversee manufacturing performance, operational planning, financial execution, supply chain effectiveness, and organizational development.

This executive will be responsible for strengthening operational capabilities, improving productivity, optimizing resources, and establishing scalable systems that support long-term business objectives.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in manufacturing leadership, operational transformation, financial management, and continuous improvement within complex industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction across manufacturing and operational functions.
• Develop and execute operational strategies that improve productivity, profitability, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Oversee production planning, manufacturing execution, facilities management, and resource allocation.
• Establish operational KPIs to monitor efficiency, cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Drive manufacturing cost optimization, labor productivity, and effective utilization of materials and equipment.
• Oversee supply chain operations, procurement strategies, inventory management, and supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with finance and executive leadership on operating plans, capital investments, and financial performance.
• Identify opportunities for automation, advanced manufacturing technologies, and digital operational improvements.
• Strengthen quality management systems, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and mentor manufacturing leaders and cross-functional management teams.
• Lead organizational transformation initiatives that improve operational consistency and scalability.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related discipline. An advanced degree is advantageous.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, or related leadership environments.
• Significant experience leading multi-site manufacturing operations or complex industrial business units.
• Demonstrated success in senior manufacturing leadership, including Vice President, General Manager, Managing Director, or equivalent positions.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Experience managing operating budgets, financial performance, cost structures, and capital investment decisions.
• Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional teams and develop high-performing management talent.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management, procurement, production planning, and quality systems.
• Experience implementing operational transformation and technology-driven improvement initiatives.
• Excellent strategic planning, analytical, communication, and executive leadership capabilities.

Compensation

• Proposed annual base salary range: $230,000–$265,000, plus performance-based incentive compensation.
• The final compensation package will depend on experience, qualifications, and the employer's approved compensation structure.