Confidential Candidate Spotlight: Elite Operations & Engineering Executive
At CCR Search, we maintain exclusive access to proven operations executives who drive transformational growth in manufacturing and engineered products. This confidential candidate represents exceptional operational leadership—immediately available following a private equity restructuring and ready to make impact for the right organization.
Status: Available Immediately | Target Compensation: $175K-$180K Base | Location: Open to reasonable driving radius
Proven P&L Leadership & Cross-Functional Operations Excellence
General Manager & Director of Engineering — Multi-Site Operations
An accomplished operations and engineering executive with comprehensive experience leading P&L performance and cross-functional teams. Recently progressed from Director of Engineering to General Manager, overseeing Automation and Field Service business units with full accountability for ~$12M combined revenue at peak.
Extensive background spanning cabinetry manufacturing (5 years advancing to Senior Multi-Site Leader across three major production sites) and foundational U.S. Navy leadership experience (8 years as Electronics Technician and Recruiting Lead). Currently completing Executive MBA within six months.
Enterprise Analytics Leadership
Built comprehensive Power BI suite integrating finance, CRM, and operational KPIs for ~$90M organization, establishing data-driven decision making across functions.
High-Volume Manufacturing
Led major production sites with complex operations: main plant ~9,000 cabinets/day; door/drawer plant 20-35k fronts/day with full maintenance P&L ownership.
Turnaround & Change Management
Twice assumed GM duties during organizational transitions to stabilize operations, restore financial performance, and lead successful business transformations.
His expertise spans manufacturing operations, maintenance excellence, and revenue process optimization. Known for implementing enterprise systems (ERP rollouts, CMMS standardization across 13 facilities), managing complex CapEx portfolios ($20M+ concurrent), and developing high-performing teams in PE-backed environments.
Proven Track Record: Systems & Process Excellence
Seeking Large-Site Plant Manager or Operations Director Role
~$12M
P&L Oversight
Combined business units revenue
35
Team Leadership
25-35 indirect reports managed
13
Multi-Site Scope
Facilities influenced/managed
$180K
Most Recent Base
Target: $175K-$180K range
Systems & Technology Expertise
Comprehensive experience with enterprise systems including Power BI analytics, HubSpot CRM ownership and process design, ERP selection and rollout leadership, and CMMS corporate ownership with KPI standardization. Proven ability to institute sales governance and revenue processes that improve pipeline velocity and quote accuracy.
Role Interests & Long-term Vision
Seeking Plant Manager or Director of Operations roles in cabinetry, engineered products, or adjacent manufacturing sectors. Prefers large-site operations (500-800+ employees). Long-term goal: Executive operations leadership on COO/CEO track. Values transparent communication and autonomy in performance-focused environments.
Confidential Opportunity: This exceptional leader offers immediate value with hands-on, metrics-driven approach and people-first leadership philosophy. Strong regional network, known for developing talent and no compliance restrictions. Completing Executive MBA adds strategic credential to operational expertise. Contact us for confidential introductory discussion.