Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Posted 22 days ago

confidentialMiami (FL)

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SENIORITY

Director

About the role

Chief Operating Officer (COO)About the CompanyHigh-growth manufacturing company building and scaling physical product operations.IndustryMechanical or Industrial EngineeringTypePrivately HeldAbout the RoleThe Company is in search of a Chief Operating Officer (COO) with a strong background in operations within a scaling environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of scaling or building physical manufacturing or product operations and must possess a builder mentality, being a disciplined and hands-on operator. A highly driven, physically fit, and competitive mindset is essential, with a preference for those with former athletic or military backgrounds. The COO will be fully committed to onsite leadership, responsible for developing operational systems to support the company's scale, unifying departments, and enhancing cross-functional execution. They will also be tasked with leading manufacturing scale-up and production operations, improving margins, operational efficiency, and vendor management, and driving operational discipline aligned with growth objectives. Applicants for the COO position at the company should have at least 5 years' of experience in a similar role and be prepared to take on a hands-on, day-to-day operational leadership position. The role requires a leader who can build accountability, cadence, and process infrastructure, and who is capable of overseeing practical finance operations with fractional CFO support. The successful candidate will also be involved in supporting hiring and lightweight HR processes, acting as a culture carrier, and serving as the operational right hand to the CEO. A strong focus on operational excellence and a commitment to the company's growth objectives are key. The company is an equal-opportunity employer and is dedicated to connecting skilled professionals with opportunities that align with their talents and career goals.Hiring Manager TitleCEOFunctionsOperations

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