We are looking for an experienced VP of Operations to lead and optimize our manufacturing and operational processes in Salt Lake City, Utah. This pivotal role requires strategic oversight of production, financial performance, and systems management, ensuring alignment with regulatory and quality standards. The ideal candidate will drive efficiency, innovation, and growth across all aspects of operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and manage operational budgets, including cost of goods sold, gross margin, and capital expenditures to ensure profitability.<br>• Collaborate with Finance to develop and forecast annual operating plans, budgets, and capacity strategies.<br>• Lead manufacturing operations across powder processing, forming, machining, finishing, and additive workflows to meet production goals.<br>• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations while maintaining efficient execution of production activities.<br>• Serve as the executive owner of the Microsoft Business Central system, optimizing workflows and maintaining data integrity.<br>• Coordinate production schedules to align with commercial demand and inventory targets, balancing short-term execution with long-term planning.<br>• Partner with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure operations meet ISO 13485 and FDA requirements, including readiness for audits and inspections.<br>• Drive process improvements and cost reduction initiatives to expand margins and enhance operational efficiency.<br>• Lead the introduction and scale-up of new products, ensuring readiness from prototype to commercial launch.<br>• Manage supply chain and vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality of materials.