Vice President of Turbine Manufacturing (Sedalia)
Vice President of Manufacturing Location: Sedalia, Missouri Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Travel: 20%-40% Base Salary: Approximately $230,000-$260,000 Incentive Bonus & Vehicle Stipend & Relocation Assistance Position Overview We are seeking an accomplished Vice President of Manufacturing to provide strategic and operational leadership for a rapidly expanding precision-machining and manufacturing organization. The VP will be responsible for building scalable manufacturing capabilities, expanding capacity, developing new parts and processes, organizing shop operations, and establishing a long-term strategy for both repair and new-make manufacturing. Direct aeroderivative gas turbine experience is highly preferred; however, candidates from aerospace, power generation, oil and gas equipment, automotive, heavy equipment, or other complex precision-manufacturing environments will also be considered. Key Responsibilities Lead precision-machining and production operations supporting complex, high-value gas turbine components. Develop and execute a multi-year strategy for capacity expansion, facility growth, equipment acquisition, process optimization, and workforce scaling. Oversee advanced manufacturing processes, including multi-axis CNC milling and turning, EDM, grinding, and machining of superalloys, titanium, and other exotic materials. Establish scalable operating procedures, production workflows, quality systems, shop layouts, and equipment-installation plans. Lead the transition and continued growth of repair and new-make manufacturing operations. Manage production planning, scheduling, supply-chain integration, quality assurance, shop-floor execution, and on-time delivery. Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team consisting of shop managers, engineers, supervisors, support personnel, and skilled manufacturing employees. Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives focused on cycle time, throughput, first-pass yield, scrap reduction, and overall equipment effectiveness. Own manufacturing P&L responsibilities, capital expenditures, operational budgets, cost of goods sold, and cost-reduction initiatives. Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial leadership on new-product introductions and design for manufacturability. Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, safety requirements, and applicable aerospace-quality standards. Establish and report KPIs related to capacity utilization, delivery, quality, cost per part, productivity, and continuous-improvement ROI. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline. At least 12 years of progressive leadership experience in precision manufacturing. Five or more years of leadership experience at the Director, Vice President, or comparable executive level. Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale precision-machining operations. Strong knowledge of multi-axis CNC machining, EDM, grinding, complex component manufacturing, and tight-tolerance production. Proven success expanding manufacturing capacity through capital investment, equipment installation, process development, and workforce growth. Experience managing large capital and operating budgets. Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and change management. Experience with ERP, MRP, MES, and modern manufacturing systems. U.S. work authorization without current or future sponsorship requirements. Preferred Qualifications Direct experience manufacturing aeroderivative gas turbine components. Aerospace, aviation engine, power-generation, or similarly regulated precision-manufacturing experience. Experience creating or substantially expanding a manufacturing department. Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, and aerospace-level quality systems. Master’s degree or MBA. A progressive career history that includes hands‑on shop‑floor leadership and increasing responsibility within complex manufacturing operations. J-18808-Ljbffr
