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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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Rico Villavicencio