Chief Operating Officer

Recruiting Partner: Rico Villavicencio

Santa Monica, California | Manufacturing | Not Remote | $250,000 to $350,000 | Job ID: 182694

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Chief Operating Officer

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Chief Operating Officer to oversee company operations, improve manufacturing performance, and help lead the organization through its next stage of growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on executive with significant experience in manufacturing, plant operations, supply chain management, and organizational leadership. Experience in plastics, polymers, packaging, or related manufacturing industries is strongly preferred.

Chief Operating Officer Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily business operations, manufacturing activities, production planning, logistics, and supply chain functions.
  • Improve production capacity, efficiency, product quality, equipment utilization, and on-time delivery.
  • Lead large-scale manufacturing and warehouse operations, including staffing, workflow, safety, and facility performance.
  • Lead the planning, site selection, build-out, and ramp-up of new manufacturing and distribution centers as the company scales.
  • Establish operating procedures, performance metrics, and accountability systems that improve productivity and reduce waste.
  • Manage operating budgets, monitor expenses, control costs, and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
  • Oversee purchasing, inventory management, supplier relationships, material availability, and logistics.
  • Recruit, develop, and manage department leaders and employees while building a culture of accountability and high performance.
  • Partner with the Founder, CEO, and leadership team to develop and execute business plans, operational strategies, and growth initiatives.
  • Ensure adherence to manufacturing standards, workplace safety requirements, environmental regulations, and quality-control procedures, including food-grade and sustainability certifications.
  • Coordinate operations with sales and customer-facing teams to meet customer commitments and support new business, including the customer take-back and material recovery program.
  • Establish operational KPIs and provide regular performance updates, forecasts, and recommendations to executive leadership.

Chief Operating Officer Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, or a related industry.
  • Demonstrated experience leading manufacturing facilities, production teams, or complex multi-department operations.
  • Experience managing budgets, operating expenses, production targets, and cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of supply chain management, procurement, inventory control, production planning, and quality assurance.
  • Proven ability to build effective teams, implement systems, and improve operational performance.
  • Strong financial, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities, including experience working directly with CEOs and executive teams.
  • Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, growing business environment.
  • Masters in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.

Chief Operating Officer Benefits

  • 401k
  • Healthcare Coverage
  • PTO
  • Bonus

 

JOB ID: 182694

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