Site Leader - JMJ Phillip : Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Site Leader to oversee all aspects of a major operational facility, with full P&L accountability and responsibility for production, quality, supply chain, safety, and strategic growth initiatives. This executive role is suited for a transformational leader who can align site operations with global business objectives while fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record of managing large teams and complex operations in industrial or transportation sectors.

Strategic Leadership & Financial Accountability

• Lead the overall strategy, performance, and profitability of the site
• Ensure alignment with global vision and deliver on sales, orders, profit, and cash targets
• Implement transformation programs to drive operational excellence and cost optimization
• Manage P&L for production, methods, supply chain, testing, commissioning, IT, quality, and EHS

Operational Excellence & Project Execution

• Oversee the execution of high-impact regional projects, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery objectives
• Drive adherence to production schedules, lean manufacturing practices, and continuous improvement efforts
• Lead restructuring and reorganization initiatives with a strong focus on team accountability and timely execution

Team & Site Management

• Direct and support department heads and managers across all functional areas
• Build and maintain a high-performance culture rooted in transparency, teamwork, and results
• Manage labor relations, including coordination with union representatives and HR to maintain productive engagement
• Ensure training, coaching, and development programs align with business needs

Quality, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure implementation and adherence to site Quality Management Systems
• Maintain high standards of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) and achieve KPI targets
• Oversee audits, legal compliance, ethics, and corporate social responsibility requirements

Stakeholder & Customer Relations

• Act as the primary legal and business representative of the site
• Maintain constructive relationships with customers, project directors, and business development teams
• Identify operational risks and opportunities to support business growth and strategic partnerships

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (mandatory)
• Minimum 20 years of experience in industrial operations, with at least 10 years in executive roles managing large-scale, unionized teams
• Proven expertise in P&L management, lean manufacturing, project execution, and organizational transformation
• Background in Rail, Aerospace, Automotive, Heavy Machinery, or Industrial Technology sectors
• Experience managing operations with 500+ employees and overseeing $1B+ in P&L

• MBA or Master's in Business Administration
• Lean Six Sigma Certification
• PMP or Project Management-related certification
• Executive Leadership Development Program credentials

• Competitive base salary: $200,000 – $250,000
• Executive-level authority with strategic oversight and high-impact decision-making
• Opportunity to lead a major operational transformation within a global business structure
• Full autonomy in site leadership with comprehensive support functions behind the scenes
• Attractive benefits package including executive incentives and long-term growth opportunities

New York offers a strategic industrial and logistical advantage with access to world-class infrastructure, a highly skilled workforce, and a vibrant economy. The region supports complex, large-scale manufacturing and engineering operations with strong transportation networks, diverse talent pools, and proximity to key clients and suppliers. As a hub for innovation and global business, New York is an ideal location for executive leadership in operations and manufacturing.