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Assistant Vice President – Manufacturing   

Carpenter Technology Corporation

Location: Reading, Pennsylvania
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: June 29, 2026
Job Type: Full time
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 ScopeSecond-in-command for manufacturing operationsDirect oversight of three General ManagersLeadership across 1,000+ employee manufacturing organizationCross-functional integration with finance, HR, engineering, and operationsKey ResponsibilitiesExecute manufacturing strategy in partnership with VP ManufacturingLead performance across GM-led business unitsDrive safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivitySupport financial planning, forecasting, and cost managementLead Lean transformation and continuous improvementOversee capital projects and operational initiativesDevelop leadership bench strength and succession plansPartner with executive leadership and stakeholdersEducation and/or Training:  Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferredRelevant Work Experience:12+ years manufacturing leadership experienceExperience in large-scale industrial environmentsProven leadership of multi-unit or complex operationsExperience managing senior leadersCarpenter 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.