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Merrimac International
Our ClientGeneral Plastics & Composites (GP&C) is a Houston-based, privately held manufacturing and engineering firm specializing in advanced composite solutions for high-performance, mission-critical applications.
Founded in 1967, GP&C partners with customers across oil and gas, aerospace, defense, and other demanding industrial sectors to design and manufacture composite components, elastomers, and turnkey assemblies where strength, reliability, and precision are essential.
The company is known for its deep materials expertise, long-standing industry relationships, and commitment to safety, quality, and performance.GP&C operates with an engineering driven end-to-end approach, supporting projects from concept and proprietary engineering through advanced manufacturing and final assembly.
Its capabilities include custom composite manufacturing, additive manufacturing with fiber-reinforced polymers, filament winding, precision machining, and scalable production systems that ensure consistent quality from prototype to high-volume production.
The Vice President of Manufacturing is a key member of the executive leadership team responsible for leading, developing, and executing strategies that drive operational excellence, manufacturing performance, and continuous improvement across GP&C’s facilities.
This role will oversee all aspects of manufacturing, processes to ensure high-quality engineered components and turnkey products are delivered to customers worldwide.
The VP of Manufacturing will play a critical role in supporting the company’s continued growth, market leadership in composite technologies, and diversification into new product lines.
Lines of ReportingThe Vice President of Manufacturing will report to the Chief Executive Officer of GP&C.The Vice President of Manufacturing will oversee 5 direct reports and approximately 2/3 of the organization.
Key AccountabilitiesProvide strategic direction and hands-on leadership for all manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost targets are met or exceeded.
Drive operational excellence initiatives across multiple plants and departments, utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Oversee production planning, scheduling, procurement, inventory management, and logistics functions to optimize efficiency and resource utilization.
Collaborate with the Engineering, Quality, and R&D teams to support new product introductions, product development, and process improvements.
Develop, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational performance, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals.
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, quality, and employee engagement across all levels of the manufacturing teams.
Develop and mentor a high-performing manufacturing leadership team, providing guidance and succession planning.
Manage departmental budgets, capital investments, and resource allocation in line with company priorities.
Partner with sales, customer service, and other departments to ensure operational readiness and customer satisfaction.
Support compliance with all applicable quality, health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Serve as a champion for GP&C’s values and commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
LeadershipLead, inspire, and develop a high-performing manufacturing leadership team through coaching, mentoring, performance feedback, and succession planning.
Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, teamwork, and respect at all levels of the organization.
Build strong employee engagement and drive change management initiatives effectively across the manufacturing workforce.
Model and reinforce a strong safety culture encouraging proactive risk identification and mitigation.
Promote open and transparent communication, ensuring alignment between leadership, employees, and stakeholders.
Identify, recruit, and develop future manufacturing leaders to sustain long-term growth and talent pipelines.
Establish and maintain trusting relationships.
Foster close, cooperative relationships with peer leaders and other senior executives.
Motivate, inspire, and energize the organization through hands-on management and frequent communication across the organization.
Sets annual goals, objectives, and development plans for all direct staff, performs annual reviews, and conducts annual salary assessment/adjustment for staff.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications for the position:
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