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Pricing Manager

Virginia Transformer Corp

Location: Roanoke, VA

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,800 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Position Summary

Virginia Transformer Corp, a leading manufacturer of power transformers and electrical infrastructure solutions, is seeking a Pricing Manager to lead pricing strategy, quotation governance, and margin optimization across the organization.

This role will work closely with sales, engineering, finance, supply chain, and operations to ensure competitive and profitable pricing for transformer products and services. The Pricing Manager will play a key role in supporting the company’s growth by developing data-driven pricing strategies, improving quote accuracy, and enhancing commercial decision-making across utility, renewable energy, industrial, and EPC markets.

Key Responsibilities

Pricing Strategy & Governance

• Develop and implement pricing strategies that support revenue growth, margin optimization, and market competitiveness.
• Establish and maintain pricing policies, guidelines, and approval structures.
• Evaluate market conditions, competitor pricing, and industry trends to inform pricing decisions.

Quote & Proposal Support

• Partner with sales and inside sales teams to develop pricing for transformer bids, RFQs, and large project proposals.
• Review and approve pricing for major opportunities to ensure alignment with profitability targets.
• Ensure pricing structures reflect technical complexity, manufacturing costs, lead times, and project risks.

Cost & Margin Analysis

• Work closely with engineering, operations, and supply chain to analyze product cost structures.
• Conduct margin analysis across product lines, customer segments, and markets.
• Identify opportunities to improve pricing discipline and overall profitability.

Market Intelligence

• Monitor industry trends within power transformers, utilities, EPC projects, renewable energy, and industrial power markets.
• Benchmark company pricing against competitors and market dynamics.
• Provide insights and recommendations to sales leadership and executive management.

Process Improvement & Tools

• Improve pricing processes and workflows to increase speed, accuracy, and transparency in quoting.
• Support the development and maintenance of pricing tools, cost models, and CRM systems.
• Help standardize pricing methodologies across product lines and customer segments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with sales leadership, finance, engineering, and operations to align pricing decisions with company objectives.
• Support negotiations on large or strategic customer opportunities.
• Provide pricing guidance for long-term contracts, framework agreements, and strategic partnerships.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related field required.

MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• 7–12 years of experience in pricing, commercial finance, sales operations, or strategic pricing.
• Experience in manufacturing, electrical equipment, power infrastructure, utilities, or industrial markets strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with complex engineered products and project-based pricing environments.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• Ability to interpret technical product specifications and manufacturing cost structures
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience working with RFQs, bids, and large project proposals
• Strong communication and negotiation support skills
• Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and CRM tools

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading manufacturer in the power infrastructure sector
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Relocation assistance offered, if relocating
• A collaborative environment with strong cross-functional engagement
• The opportunity to influence pricing strategy and commercial performance

About Virginia Transformer Corp

Virginia Transformer Corp is one of North America’s leading manufacturers of power transformers and electrical infrastructure solutions, serving utilities, renewable energy developers, data centers, and industrial customers. With decades of expertise and a commitment to innovation, the company provides critical equipment that powers modern energy systems and infrastructure.

Titan America LLC, a leading company in the heavy building materials industry in the eastern United States and the North American operating subsidiary of the TITAN Group, is on a growth journey towards becoming the best-in-class vertically integrated cement producer, driving innovation and operating excellence.

In the last ten years Titan America has grown from $600MM to 1.6BN in revenue and we expect to continue this trajectory through organic growth and acquisition. TITAN was founded in Greece in 1902, are now publicly listed and operate across 15 countries in five strategic regions—Greece & Western Europe, U.S.A., Southeastern Europe, Eastern Mediterranean, and Brazil.

At the heart of Titan America's operations is the production of low-carbon cement, construction aggregates, a broad range of high-performance ready-mix concrete products, and concrete block. We also play a pivotal role in beneficiating, processing and distributing fly ash for industrial applications, underlining our commitment to sustainable practices. Our strong values-based culture helps our employees shape their interactions with customers, suppliers, and the communities we proudly operate in. We are committed to the environment and the mitigation of climate change through our extensive decarbonization efforts and the development of green products.

We are the number one player in the key markets in Florida, North and South Carolina, Virginia, and have leading positions in Metropolitan New York and New Jersey. Our team, now numbering just over 2,500, is the driving force behind our success. Our assets span the United States, with two cement production facilities, three cement import terminals, a network of rail distribution terminals, six aggregate quarries/mines, over eighty company-owned ready-mix concrete plants, and ten fly ash processing/distribution sites.

Embracing a high-performance culture, Titan America champions respect for people, society, and the environment. Our vision is clear—to become the best-in-class vertically integrated cement producer in our served markets.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Structural Engineer to join our Corporate Engineering team in Roanoke, VA. This position will be responsible for providing technical support and engineering assistance to all TA facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assets Maintenance
• Perform periodic inspection and auditing of all TA facilities to review condition and propose any additional inspections, necessary repairs and/or upgrades of existing structures
• Keep track of any regulatory changes and building codes for all locations of TA operations project related work
• Provide Structural Engineering support to the Project Management team during design and construction phases of new installations
• Provide input to Project Managers regarding budget and time schedule preparation of major projects
• Supervise site and soil survey works to assist in the proper design and engineering of foundations
• Assist during the permitting and site development phases
• Ensure code compliance of all new buildings and installations and work with Project Managers to issue all necessary building and occupancy permits
• Assist in preparation of all necessary scopes of work for all foundation, concrete, steel, and structural works of major projects. Participate in the evaluation process for the selection of the proper design and construction firms
• Provide supervision during major and critical phases of a project related to Structural Engineering works

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Structural Engineering is required
• 3-5 years’ experience in Structural Engineering positions preferably in heavy industrial installations
• Knowledge of Project Management and CAD packages will be considered a plus.
• Knowledge of structural design software packages will be considered a plus
• Professional license in any State will be considered a plus

What We Offer:

• Company Values: Be a part of a company that values integrity, sustainability, and ethical business practices. We are committed to making a positive impact on our industry and the world.
• Competitive Compensation: We believe in recognizing and rewarding your contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We care about your health and well-being. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Supportive Culture: Our inclusive and collaborative culture fosters teamwork and creativity. We value diversity and provide a platform for all voices to be heard.
• Community Engagement: We believe in giving back. You'll have opportunities to participate in volunteer programs and community outreach initiatives.

Success begins with hiring the right people to partner with us as we grow and develop our businesses. People are central to everything we do. It is through their efforts and talents that Titan has been successful for over 100 years. Join our team and help us lead the way in environmentally responsible cement manufacturing!

Titan America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Affirmative Action employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,600 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Contract Specialist

Location: Roanoke, VA (Onsite) Competitive Relocation Support Offered.

Company: Virginia Transformer Corp. (VTC)

Job Summary

This position is onsite in Roanoke VA and will be responsible for reviewing documents, contracts, communications, purchase orders, proposals, and working to ensure all commercial terms and conditions, business risks and potentially onerous requirements are addressed to the benefit of the company. Help direct Contracts Specialists and ensure the appropriate forms are completed for approval and other documentation. The role will also be responsible for overseeing the performance of audits and completing checklists of contract information, reviewing input to the management ERP system and updating and maintaining files and data spreadsheets related to contract reviews and other projects as needed. The position requires a detail oriented, organized person, familiar with business, contracts, risk mitigation and with strong, MS Word, reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts for risk including liabilities, Indemnification, Insurance, Warranty, Cancellation, redlining and editing problematic wording and language.
• Keep updated contract and customer logs
• Maintain records of all contracts and agreements. Ensure through audits the agreements are current the company is following terms, and achieving key milestones, and managing risk.
• Assist in coordinating as needed with Key stakeholders in Sales, Engineering, and operations.
• Review customer purchase orders to confirm compliance with quoted pricing, and terms of sales and ensure that all required order elements are accurately entered into the ERP system and are processed in accordance with the procedures and instructions.

Experience And Education

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• 5+ years of Contracts review/ Legal assistant, accounting, insurance or administration similar experience with detailed transactional work.
• 5+ years relevant experience preferably in manufacturing, EPC type contractor, construction, or capital equipment Industry
• Strong organization, attention to detail, communication, and computer skills

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

• Sprays surfaces of, manufactured products, or producat area with protective or decorative material, such as primer, paint, enamel, using spray gun: Cleans grease and dirt from product, using materials, such as lacquer thinner, soap, and water.
• Applies masking tape over parts and areas that are not to be coated.
• May manually manipulate parts into the proper carrier/hanger to provide for proper spraying/drying
• Sands/preps the primer surface to include removing defects and to fill cavities and dents with body filler and putty to attain smooth surface.
• Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired color, according to specifications, using paddle or mechanical mixer.
• Pours coating liquid into spray container and connects gun to air hose.
• Turns sprayer valves and nozzle to regulate width and pressure of spray according to knowledge of painting technique.
• Pulls trigger and directs spray onto work surface to apply prime or finish coat.
• Cleans spraying equipment and brushes with solvent.
• Capable of doing spot repair on parts, using blending clear to cut in edges.
• Wet sand small defects and buff paint back to original shine.

• Experience in automotive paint and body repair.
• Experience in paint surfaces, paint sprayers, and paint booths preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal/written).
• Excellent visual acuity to identify flaws in Class A painted surfaces.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Certifications from apprentice or training programs preferred.

• Competitive pay and generous benefits package along with the opportunity to be a part of a strong team and growing one's career
• Salary range is $25-$28/hour. Specific salary is commensurate with experience and factors such as relevant experience, education, certifications and licenses, skills, and training.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance options from day one
• Generous and flexible paid time off
• 401(K) match, fully vested
• Company provided life insurance, short term and long-term disability insurances, employee assistance program
• Variety of automobile purchase discounts (Stellantis (FCA), BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development

• Exposed to hazardous conditions such as dust, fumes, and spray - respirators are required.
• Manufacturing environment, heat and cold conditions may be extreme at times based on weather.
• Considered medium to heavy work physically.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and maintain all plant quality systems, including inspection and testing methods, work instructions, procedures, product specifications, GMPs, food safety compliance, and industry best practices.
• Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall plant quality performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality systems and maintain all aspects of product integrity.
• Develop and drive continuous improvement efforts with suppliers to strengthen quality and performance.
• Review and analyze production and quality data to determine finished product disposition and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Serve as the primary external customer contact for quality matters, fostering strong relationships, resolving issues, and providing technical support.
• Lead root cause analyses and corrective action investigations for customer complaints and internal quality nonconformances.
• Audit and verify the effective implementation of corrective actions related to customer and internal quality issues.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Product Development, and Corporate Engineering teams on new business opportunities and product trials.
• Manage the timely and accurate resolution of coating and mill supplier defect claims.
• Ensure compliance with SMA principles and procedures within the plant.
• Oversee the HFI system, including balance management, product disposition, rework, and inventory control.
• Confirm that plant quality procedures are consistently and properly executed.
• Communicate quality objectives (KPIs) to production staff and implement processes that support compliance.
• Train and guide departmental leaders and supervisors in process quality improvement methodologies and GMP standards.
• Prepare and present comprehensive quality performance reviews for management.
• Support special plant projects in partnership with the Corporate Quality Assurance team.
• Maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with all Ardagh Metal Packaging facilities.
• Partner with Human Resources to address and resolve personnel-related matters.
• Provide direct supervision of plant personnel as required by location.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in technical or relevant discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in manufacturing.
• 4 years of quality experience.
• Excellent management/leadership aptitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt Certification.
• Experience with can manufacturing improvement methods implementation.
• Manufacturing: 8 years (Preferred)
• Quality management: 4 years (Preferred)
• Packaging: 5 years (Preferred)

Benefits:

• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• 401(k) Matching.
• Vision insurance.
• Direct Hire.

Salary Range:

Up to $110K annually DOE

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• Strong compensation & benefits, great culture

• Develop conceptual and detailed landscape design plans for residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects.
• Prepare planting designs, hardscape layouts, grading concepts, and sustainable stormwater solutions.
• Collaborate with civil engineers, surveyors, and planners to ensure seamless project integration.
• Coordinate with local review agencies to meet zoning, ordinance, and regulatory requirements.
• Produce construction documents, specifications, and illustrative graphics for client and agency approvals.
• Conduct site visits for analysis, construction observation, and quality control.
• Participate in value engineering reviews to ensure cost-effective design solutions.
• Communicate design intent clearly to clients, stakeholders, and contractors.

The Production Supervisor has daily responsibility for providing direct supervision to manufacturing associates, in one or more value streams or departments, to achieve Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People performance goals. Through strong cross-functional leadership competencies and adherence to Integer Values, you coordinate the alignment of resources and equipment in the most efficient and effective manner to achieve production goals.

12-hour Evening Shift- 6p-6a

Rotating days of the week, 2 on/2 off; 3 on/3 off; every other weekend.

Be a leader in manufacturing excellence:

At Integer, the foundation of our Manufacturing Excellence culture is based on the Integer Production System (“IPS”) and the five focus areas it embraces:

• Enterprise alignment through tactical execution of operating plans and regular updates to Value Stream maps.
• Leadership of Sustained Change by ensuring production monitoring & improvement activities and execution of Leader Standard Work.
• Standardization through workplace organization & visual controls (5S), Manufacturing Standard Work, and adherence to robust training & certification programs.
• Associate Engagement promoted through the adoption of standardized problem-solving methodologies, behavior-based safety programs, and improvement idea suggestion systems.
• Systems & Process Optimization through adoption of principles of built in quality, optimized scheduling & material system designs, work cell design, and total productive maintenance

Build & develop teams:

• Set daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicate them to associates.
• Promote an environment of diversity, open communication and trust.
• Mentor associates and lead the development and growth in their skills to meet future needs.
• We all own Quality. Imbed a culture of quality across the team be a standard bearer for Quality in everything we do at Integer, by assuring adherence to our QMS, facilitating corrective and preventive actions, contributing to the successful attainment of our quality KPI’s and journey to 5 Sigma.

What a typical day looks like:

• Manage by Gemba walks, observations and asking questions. Have a curious mind with a passion for improving processes. Be an active listener, seeking opportunities to engage with your team members throughout the site and across all functions.
• Execute production plans in conjunction with planning, customer service teams and others, to ensure compliance with customer requirements by applying lean manufacturing principles with emphasis on variation reduction and elimination of waste.
• Audit processes and product; including but not limited to 5S, Safety, Quality, Production, to ensure associates adhere to Integers policies and procedures.
• Communicate between shifts and other departments to implement best practices, resolve problems, and sustain consistent performance to objectives.

• Performs other duties as required.

How you will be measured:

• Safety - Supports environmental, health, safety & security as the number one priority to ensure our associates are kept safe and are engaged and passionate in the pursuit of our vision and goals.
• Quality - Ensures products are produced with the highest level of quality, safety and integrity through adherence of our QMS and attainment of our Quality Metric KPI’s.
• Cost - Drives for world class utilization and efficiency of resources and equipment through identification of areas for lean and other continuous improvement initiatives and strives for the delivery of results.
• Delivery - Coordinates production area to achieve schedule in support of delivery of products on time.
• People - Promotes engagement. Ensures associate relations issues are handled in a timely manner.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business-related discipline or a combination of education (High School diploma, Associates Degree) and 5 years of experience in leading people and teams

Minimum Experience:

• 3-5 Years in a manufacturing environment, proven experience in Lean Manufacturing concepts

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Understands what it means to lead, know how to take leadership actions, create and share a coordinated vision, and align the organization on what needs to be done.
• Leadership and a clear preference for working in a team environment and establishing an expectation that team comes before self.
• Execute plans by prioritizing daily activities and working on the critical few instead of the trivial many.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills, bias for action, decision making & problem-solving skills.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,600 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

About the Role

We are seeking a Contract Execution Manager to serve as the customer-facing liaison for large, custom-engineered, power transformer manufacturing projects. This is not a construction or software PM role — it is a highly technical, contract-driven position responsible for ensuring the successful execution of engineered-to-order equipment, from design release through manufacturing, shipment, and onsite installation.

The position is onsite in Roanoke, VA and requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, contracts, and field service teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for customers after order placement, ensuring clear communication and contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Translate customer specifications and contract terms into actionable deliverables for engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Oversee project schedules adherence to contractional milestone execution, and scope; identify risks and implement proactive resolutions.
• Lead customer project meetings and provide updates on progress, milestones, and risks.
• Ability to handle multiple projects at different stages of execution from order entry through manufacturing, shipping, and warranty.
• Manage all contract obligations, including technical clarifications, change orders, and terms enforcement, in collaboration with sales and legal teams.
• Coordinate and ensure site preparation, shipping, and installation activities with customers and field service.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations.
• Support continuous improvement in contract and project execution processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or equivalent technical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in contract execution, project management, or project engineering for engineered-to-order equipment, power systems, or industrial manufacturing.
• Proven ability to manage large customer-facing technical projects with contractual complexity.
• Familiarity with transformers, switchgear, substations, or high-voltage equipment preferred.
• PMP certification a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Must be able to work onsite in Roanoke, VA (relocation assistance available).
• Ability to travel occasionally to customer sites.

Why Join Virginia Transformer

• Lead mission-critical transformer projects that power data centers, renewables, utilities, and critical infrastructure.
• Be part of a growing global manufacturer with a strong balance sheet and zero debt.
• Collaborate onsite with a highly skilled technical and operations team in Roanoke, VA.
• Competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Summary

Virginia Transformer is seeking a results-oriented Sr. Manager/Director of Inbound Logistics to lead global transportation operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective inbound delivery of materials and components to support production schedules across our network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead inbound transportation strategy across ocean, air, and freight forwarding channels.
• Develop and manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs to ensure reliability and cost efficiency.
• Drive the implementation of a Transportation Management System (TMS) to enhance visibility, automation, and performance tracking.
• Establish and monitor logistics KPIs (on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, transit times, carrier performance).
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and documentation requirements.
• Provide strong team leadership, mentoring and developing logistics professionals to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Finance and Supply Chain leadership to manage freight budgets and cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8-10 years of progressive logistics/transportation experience, with at least 3 years in leadership.
• Proven expertise in ocean, air, and freight forwarding operations.
• Demonstrated success in TMS implementation and optimization.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Divisional Quality Manager

Reports to: Director of Quality

Location: Onsite – Multi-Plant (U.S.)

Travel: 60%

Position Summary

The Divisional Quality Manager is responsible for leading and standardizing quality systems across multiple Virginia Transformer manufacturing facilities. Reporting to the Director of Quality, this role ensures consistent execution of quality standards for custom-engineered power transformers serving utility, industrial, renewable, and critical infrastructure markets.

This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Test, Supply Chain, and Customer teams to improve first-pass yield, reduce rework and non-conformances, and ensure Virginia Transformer meets or exceeds customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Divisional Quality Leadership

• Lead divisional quality initiatives across assigned Virginia Transformer plants, ensuring alignment with corporate quality strategy.
• Serve as the senior quality escalation point for plant leadership on significant quality issues.
• Support the Director of Quality in establishing divisional KPIs, quality objectives, and continuous improvement priorities.

Manufacturing & Test Quality

• Drive quality performance across transformer manufacturing, assembly, and test operations.
• Partner with Test Lab leadership to ensure compliance with IEEE, ANSI, IEC, and customer-specific test requirements.
• Improve first-pass yield, reduce scrap and rework, and strengthen process control throughout manufacturing and testing.

Compliance, Audits & Certifications

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality standards.
• Lead internal audits and support external audits, including:
• Utility and industrial customer audits
• Certification body audits
• Regulatory and third-party inspections
• Drive effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) with sustained results.

Supplier & Incoming Quality

• Partner with Supply Chain and Supplier Quality to improve incoming material quality for core steel, coils, insulation systems, bushings, tap changers, and other critical components.
• Support supplier audits, qualifications, and corrective action efforts.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and drive continuous improvement.

Customer Quality & Issue Resolution

• Serve as a key quality leader for customer quality concerns, including non-conformances, test failures, warranty issues, and field returns.
• Lead cross-functional root cause investigations (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone) and ensure timely, effective resolution.
• Support customer quality reviews and performance reporting.

Data, Metrics & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and maintain divisional quality dashboards and KPIs.
• Analyze quality trends related to defects, test failures, and customer feedback.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop plant-level Quality Managers and quality teams across the division.
• Build a strong culture of accountability, ownership, and “right-first-time” execution.
• Support training, capability building, and succession planning within the Quality organization.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of progressive quality leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Experience supporting multi-plant manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001) and audit processes.
• Hands-on experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, and continuous improvement.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in transformer manufacturing, power equipment, or heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, IEC standards and utility customer requirements.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQM, etc.).

Key Competencies

• Manufacturing-first mindset
• Strong systems and process thinking
• Data-driven problem solving
• Ability to influence across functions and plants
• Customer-focused execution
• Continuous improvement leadership

Why Virginia Transformer

Virginia Transformer offers the opportunity to lead quality at scale in a fast-growing, custom-engineered manufacturing environment supporting critical infrastructure across North America. This role plays a key part in ensuring reliability, safety, and customer trust across our expanding portfolio of power transformer solutions.