Vice President of Operations (Omaha)

Vice President of Operations

About the Company

Innovative producer of high-quality granular products for the agriculture industry

Industry

Farming

Type

Privately Held, Private Equity-backed

Founded

1987

Employees

51-200

Specialties

• gypsum
• limestone
• soils
• humic products
• and pelletizing

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead and oversee all production facilities, ensuring safe, high-quality, and efficient operations. This hands-on leadership role is pivotal in the company's expansion and requires a leader who can champion a proactive safety culture, ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, and lead day-to-day operations across multiple sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for process improvement, maintenance systems, team leadership, and workforce development, as well as strategic collaboration with other executives to align operations with business priorities. Key responsibilities also include leading capital projects, site expansion, and maintaining strong supply chain and inventory management.

Applicants for the Vice President of Operations position at the company should have a minimum of 15 years' manufacturing or processing operations experience, with at least 5 years in senior, multi-site leadership. A background in industrial minerals, chemicals, aggregates, or similar continuous flow / process environments is essential. The role demands a leader with a Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or business, strong project management skills, and a proven track record in implementing systems, improving performance, and leading teams through change. Financial fluency in manufacturing cost structures, operational ROI, and budget management is required, with a preference for candidates holding an advanced degree and having familiarity with ERP systems and data-driven performance tracking. The ideal candidate will be a steady, practical leader who values hands-on leadership, and can build systems, coach people, and manage complexity with integrity and a focus on operational excellence.

Hiring Manager Title

President and CEO

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions