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Assistant Vice President – Manufacturing

Carpenter Technology

Reading, PA · Posted October 30, 2026

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About the job

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

Principal Purpose of Position:

Serves as the #2 manufacturing leader and strategic partner to VP Manufacturing. Responsible for driving integrated performance across multiple business units and ensuring alignment across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and financial outcomes within a large-scale industrial environment.

Organizational Scope

Second-in-command for manufacturing operations

Direct oversight of three General Managers

Leadership across 1,000+ employee manufacturing organization

Cross-functional integration with finance, HR, engineering, and operations

Key Responsibilities

Execute manufacturing strategy in partnership with VP Manufacturing

Lead performance across GM-led business units

Drive safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity

Support financial planning, forecasting, and cost management

Lead Lean transformation and continuous improvement

Oversee capital projects and operational initiatives

Develop leadership bench strength and succession plans

Partner with executive leadership and stakeholders

Education and/or Training:

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred

Relevant Work Experience:

12+ years manufacturing leadership experience

Experience in large-scale industrial environments

Proven leadership of multi-unit or complex operations

Experience managing senior leaders

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.