Company Description

Build the Future with VBC

At Volumetric Building Companies (VBC), we are redefining the future of construction. As a global leader in volumetric modular building, we integrate cutting-edge technology, precision-driven manufacturing, and expert modular construction to deliver high-quality, sustainable buildings—faster and smarter. Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, with locations across the U.S., UK, Ireland, Poland, and Serbia, our reach is global, but our mission is deeply personal: to create spaces that improve lives.

At VBC, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth, where your ideas matter and your work makes a real impact. When you join us, you become part of a team that values excellence, respect, and community—a place where you can build your career while building a better world.

If you’re driven to be the best at what you do and want to be part of something bigger, let’s build the future together.

Job Description

Leadership 

Run all aspects of factory operations with a” hands on” approach and regular presence on the factory floor.
Develop and mentor your direct reports to ensure they are well versed in manufacturing techniques applied to a construction type product.
Set and reinforce performance expectations for all members of the factory management team and lead by example.
Develop a dynamic and competent workforce. Work with Human Resources to recruit, motivate and develop a best-in-class team. 
Cultivate an ambitious work environment through collaboration, mentorship, and team building. 
Collaborate with Design functions to drive enhanced DFM concepts into product designs and improve quality of manufacturing documentation used in the factory to build products
Develop, iterate, and implement a plant performance management system to track key performance indicators covering manufacturing, engineering, quality assurance, manpower levels and financial targets. 
Enforce company policies, including safety, production, quality, sales, human resources, customer service and accounting policies. 
Learn and understand the technical aspects of the facility’s automated manufacturing processes to better help in supporting departmental personnel.
Refine/develop a robust Maintenance and Reliability program to drive a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance strategy and ensure maximum equipment uptime.

Operations

Oversee all aspects of the business operations, including financial management (plant P&L responsibility), indirect purchasing, scheduling, manufacturing, warehousing, shipping/receiving, quality assurance, and engineering.
Work with corporate functions on developing annual manufacturing business plans, operating budgets, capex investment, and supporting initiatives to drive key production activities and continuous improvements. 
Ensure the plant’s production lines are optimized to drive equipment efficiencies, material yields, and planned labor/overhead costs. 
Work with the leadership team to ensure the facility’s operational activities and tactical actions are executed in accordance with the plant’s operating plan and budget. 
Constantly assess the facility’s operational efficiencies and seek out opportunities to improve processes and systems feasibly. 
Drive standardization practices throughout the organization and align with other business unit’s initiatives.

Reporting / Finance 

Develop and manage a budget as well as actively monitor and forecast the financial health of the business unit 
Provide quarterly progress reports to include revised financial projections, KPI monitoring, and milestone progress reports.  
Excellent written and verbal communication is a must; the ability to engage directly with investors, external executives, and internal leadership stakeholders is required.

Strategy

Oversee development and execution of the go-to-market strategy for multiple building products and components.  
Identify, cultivate, and structure partnerships with clients and industry stakeholders

Qualifications

If you have the following qualifications, we'd love for you to apply:

You are a “self-starter" - you can execute your goals with minimal direction 
You are resourceful – you can operate in a startup environment, manage a variety of tasks, and take the initiative to get things done 
You are adaptable - you can quickly and calmly overcome unexpected challenges 
You are able to interact comfortably and seamlessly with all levels of the factory team from Direct Labor to VBC’s executive team.
15+ years of manufacturing management experience 
10+ years of experience as a Site Leader, Executive, or in Operational Leadership 
A solid understanding of building products such as cabinetry, windows, trusses, and/or wall panels preferred  
Experience in off-site, modular, or panelized construction preferred  
Experience overseeing a highly automated production facility preferred 
Proven track record turning on a factory and ramping production expeditiously 
Working knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations in California preferred
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel required 
Excellent time management skills 
Excellent coaching and mentorship skills 
English speaking required, Spanish speaking a plus

Additional Information

The Salary Range for this position is $226,000 - $273,000 annual base salary + annual performance bonus. We also off the following benefits:

Highly competitive pay, benefits program, and flexible time-off programs
401(k) program with employer matching
Employee referral programs with charitable donations
Day of Giving program to volunteer at community charities

VBC is an equal opportunity employer

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