Vice President of Technical Services

EducationBachelor’s degree in EngineeringExperience8-10+ years of experience in manufacturing or plant operations6-8+ years of leadership experience at the director level overseeing technical services, maintenance, automation, or engineering functionsExperience supporting high-speed, high-volume manufacturing environmentsTechnical ExpertiseDeep knowledge of plant maintenance systems, automation, and manufacturing equipment reliabilityStrong understanding of PLC systems and control logic for automated production equipmentExperience with ERP and MRP systems in manufacturing environmentsApplied knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and continuous improvement methodologiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutionsThe Vice President of Technical Services provides strategic and operational leadership for the plant’s technical infrastructure.This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and performance of a high-speed manufacturing operation. The successful candidate will drive initiatives that improve equipment uptime, optimize maintenance programs, control repair and operating costs, and strengthen overall operational performance.Working closely with senior leadership, this individual will lead cross-functional collaboration across engineering, operations, quality, procurement, and supply chain to support continuous improvement and long-term operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Operations LeadershipLead the technical services organization across maintenance, automation, engineering, and facilities functionsDevelop organizational capability by recruiting, coaching, and mentoring engineers, technicians, and technical leadersOptimize the structure and performance of the technical services team to support production objectives and operational demandsFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementReliability & Maintenance StrategyDrive initiatives that improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and increase overall plant efficiencyEstablish and maintain robust preventive and predictive maintenance programsEnsure technical systems and high-speed manufacturing equipment operate at peak performance levelsUtilize data-driven analysis to identify root causes and implement sustainable reliability improvementsContinuous Improvement & Operational ExcellenceLead the deployment and advancement of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives across the facilityAccelerate Lean manufacturing practices within technical operationsUtilize engineering and automation resources to drive measurable improvements in productivity and efficiencyChallenge existing processes and implement innovative solutions that enhance plant performanceCapital Projects & EngineeringLead planning and execution of capital projects within the technical services scopeManage project budgets, timelines, and implementation to ensure operational impact and financial disciplinePartner with engineering and operations leadership on long-term equipment and infrastructure strategiesInventory & Asset ManagementOptimize MRO inventory management processes to ensure the availability of critical spare parts while controlling costImplement systems to effectively track maintenance spending and asset performanceEstablish disciplined planning and budgeting processes for technical operationsSafety, Compliance & QualityMaintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all regulatory and company requirementsEnsure operational systems support consistent product quality and manufacturing standardsPromote adherence to established manufacturing best practices and operational proceduresCross-Functional PartnershipPartner with senior operations leadership on initiatives that improve plant performance and operational capabilitiesCollaborate with engineering, quality, procurement, and supply chain teams to support production prioritiesServe as a technical leader supporting operational strategy and continuous improvement initiatives