President, Re:Build Thermoplastic Composites

Thermoplastic composites offer distinct advantages over other materials, including cost, weight, durability, and performance. Re:Build possesses an innovative manufacturing process for cost effectively forming complex parts from thermoplastic composites, which can displace substantially more expensive thermoset composite or metallic parts in a wide range of applications. Today, Re:Build’s thermoplastic composites business has operations in Denver, CO and Cleveland, OH, and a dedicated R&D operation to support technology development for applications and production equipment. Today the business has ~$10MM in annual revenue. We have the technical acumen, cost position, and capital to grow the business to $100MM+. We’ve identified the first market opportunities to begin that journey, but more are needed. We’re seeking a leader to identify further opportunities, codify our processes, drive development of reference designs, oversee and coach our operational team, and engage large target markets in a coordinated way.

Who is Re:Build Manufacturing?

Re:Build Manufacturing, LLC is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy expertise in engineering, lean continuous improvement methodologies, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep technical expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.

Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. We’ve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services, and we’re leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production, as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products, and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, lifestyle, food production, and industrial equipment.

Who we are looking for

We seek an experienced leader familiar with commercializing manufacturing offerings or services and bringing new manufacturing technologies to market – identifying the market opportunities, framing the value proposition, directing R&D to support the most meaningful opportunities, and leading the coordinated efforts of commercial, engineering, manufacturing and other support functions. Based in Denver, CO and reporting to our CEO, as President you will lead the business to significant growth in scale, product and customer mix, facilities footprint, and team members.

The ideal candidate brings experience leading the adoption of new manufacturing processes and services through shaping market strategies and leading the efforts of teams in R&D, technical development, engineering, and production to build strong customer engagements. They will understand what it takes to successfully define sizeable market segments that align with our technology, develop and deliver demonstration parts in target markets, and drive commercial engagement with customers with similar requirements. They will have significant experience leading a P&L, strong business acumen, an analytical and creative approach to problem-solving, a continuous improvement mentality, and excellent coaching and motivational skills.

What you get to do

• Lead the expansion of Re:Build’s thermoplastic composites business in partnership with Re:Build functional teams by identifying target adoption opportunities, developing demonstration products and supporting processes, then executing commercial strategies to demonstrate capability and expand our customer base with lasting engagements.
• Driven by targeted market opportunities, develop investment strategies to build capabilities, demonstrate market applicability, and support scaling of operations.
• Shape and implement business expansion strategies and plans for both the short and long term to grow the business by 10x to $100MM and beyond.
• Manage the P&L. Develop budgets, financial plans, and performance metrics, giving regular updates on progress and critical path items. Own ongoing business-wide performance to drive improvement in revenue, operating performance, and financial margins. 
• Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing business team with a strong, positive operating culture.
• Develop and implement effective communication and engagement strategies to ensure teams are informed, aligned, and motivated to accomplish objectives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence aligned with the Principles of The Re:Build Way.

What you bring to the team

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field required; advanced degree (MBA, MS Engineering) preferred.
• Track record as a transformational leader – successfully shaping strategy and leveraging market insights, technology and process development, targeted investments, and customer engagements to drive growth.
• 10 years of progressive leadership in manufacturing industries with commercial experience preferred.
• Prior P&L ownership, with strong strategic and financial acumen and demonstrated ability to drive growth through market understanding, commercial engagement, new product adoption, and operational excellence. 
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams, identifying and entering new markets, driving top-line growth, and scaling organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative environment, successfully building relationships and leveraging shared resources and capabilities to move the business forward.
• Strong market intelligence, analytical, financial modeling, and creative problem-solving skills.
• High emotional intelligence and strong communication skills, with the ability to influence, foster trust, coach leaders, and cultivate a culture of accountability.
• Ability to lead with clarity in fast-paced, highly technical, and entrepreneurial environments.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company.

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.