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Industrial Operations Hiring
Operations leaders who optimize processes and drive innovation. Our manufacturing recruiting specialists understand industrial operations and deliver the professionals who build world-class organizations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our manufacturing executive search services.
How long does it take to hire a plant manager or VP of Operations?
Our average time-to-fill for plant manager roles is 30-45 days. VP of Operations and manufacturing executive positions typically take 45-60 days. We maintain a network of 8,000+ pre-vetted manufacturing and operations leaders.
What is the cost of manufacturing executive search?
Manufacturing executive search fees typically range from 25-30% of the placed candidate's first-year total compensation. All our placements include a 180-day replacement guarantee at no additional cost.
What manufacturing positions does Engaged Headhunters recruit for?
We recruit for Plant Managers, VPs of Operations, Supply Chain Directors, Quality Directors, Continuous Improvement leaders, Manufacturing Engineers, EHS Directors, and COOs across discrete manufacturing, process manufacturing, and industrial operations.
Do you understand lean manufacturing and continuous improvement?
Yes, our manufacturing recruiters have operations backgrounds and assess candidates for Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen, and TPM expertise. We evaluate both technical capabilities and leadership ability to drive cultural transformation.
What is your manufacturing executive placement success rate?
We maintain a 94% fill rate and 97% first-year retention rate across manufacturing executive placements. Our candidates average 30+ months tenure, significantly exceeding industry benchmarks for operations leadership.
Ready to Optimize Your Manufacturing Operations?
Connect with our manufacturing recruiting specialists to discuss your operations needs and discover how we can deliver the manufacturing professionals your organization requires.