Confidential Candidate Spotlight: Elite Operations & General Management Leader
At CCR Search, we maintain exclusive access to proven operations executives who drive transformational growth in manufacturing and custom fabrication. This confidential candidate represents the pinnacle of operational leadership—ready to make immediate impact for the right organization.
Location: Southeastern U.S. | Target Compensation: ~$275K Total Package | Availability: Immediate | Candidate Reference #: 2957GM
20+ Years of Operational Excellence & Multi-Site Leadership
Senior Operations Leader — Southeastern United States
A proven operations executive with 20+ years of leadership experience in large-scale manufacturing and operations leadership roles with major national building-products manufacturers. This candidate has consistently delivered exceptional results through greenfield launches, multi-site oversight, and operational transformation initiatives.
Currently responsible for overseeing multiple production facilities, including successful leadership of a new-plant launch while simultaneously managing existing operations. His expertise spans continuous improvement, safety management, staffing optimization, production planning, and comprehensive day-to-day performance management across high-mix, high-throughput environments.
Production Scale Leadership
Successfully scaled operational output from ~600 units/day to ~2,000 units/day in high-mix, high-throughput manufacturing environments.
Greenfield Development
Successfully launched a new greenfield plant while maintaining performance and service levels at existing facilities.
Continuous Improvement Excellence
Built and institutionalized full continuous improvement function including Lean/Six Sigma, 5S, TPM, audits, SOP development, and comprehensive training programs.
His leadership philosophy centers on building high-performance teams while driving measurable operational improvements. Known for his hands-on approach to managing dealer/distributor networks and builder business partnerships, he brings a rare combination of tactical expertise and strategic vision to large-scale operations management.
Documented Results: Multi-Site Operations Excellence
Ready for VP Operations or Division Leadership Role
2,000+
Peak Daily Output
Units/day in high-throughput operations
1,000+
Team Leadership
Multi-site teams numbering over 1,000 headcount
20+
Years Experience
Large-scale manufacturing leadership
$275K
Target Package
Base + 20-30% bonus target
Operational Transformation Impact
This executive demonstrates exceptional greenfield development capabilities and comprehensive plant management expertise. His track record of simultaneously launching new facilities while maintaining existing operations showcases balanced leadership and strategic execution abilities.
Ideal Next Opportunity
Seeking VP of Operations, Plant/Division Leader, or General Management role with full P&L ownership. Strong preference for environments requiring scale-up, operational turnaround, continuous improvement build-out, or multi-site leadership within 50-70 miles of current location.
Confidential Opportunity: This exceptional leader offers immediate value for organizations seeking proven multi-site operational leadership with comprehensive P&L experience. His 20+ years of building-products manufacturing expertise and documented success in scaling high-throughput operations make him an ideal candidate for senior leadership roles. Contact us for a confidential introductory discussion.