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Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Location: Santa Monica, California (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Plastic Fabrication / Manufacturing
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / President
Position Summary
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for leading the company's day-to-day operations and executing strategic initiatives to drive operational excellence, productivity, quality, and profitability. The COO will oversee all aspects of plastic fabrication operations, including manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, procurement, quality assurance, maintenance, logistics, environmental health and safety (EHS), and continuous improvement.
Working closely with the CEO and executive leadership team, the COO will develop and implement operational strategies that support business growth, optimize manufacturing processes, improve customer satisfaction, and strengthen the company's competitive position within the plastic fabrication industry.
Essential Responsibilities
Location: Santa Monica, California (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Plastic Fabrication / Manufacturing
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / President
Position Summary
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for leading the company's day-to-day operations and executing strategic initiatives to drive operational excellence, productivity, quality, and profitability. The COO will oversee all aspects of plastic fabrication operations, including manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, procurement, quality assurance, maintenance, logistics, environmental health and safety (EHS), and continuous improvement.
Working closely with the CEO and executive leadership team, the COO will develop and implement operational strategies that support business growth, optimize manufacturing processes, improve customer satisfaction, and strengthen the company's competitive position within the plastic fabrication industry.
Essential Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership
- Manufacturing Excellence
- Supply Chain & Procurement
- Quality & Compliance
- Financial & Business Management
- Leadership & Talent Development
- Customer & Strategic Partnership
- Lead all manufacturing and plastic fabrication operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production.
- Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with corporate goals and growth objectives.
- Oversee production planning, scheduling, inventory management, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
- Monitor plant performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Ensure optimal utilization of labor, equipment, and manufacturing resources.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Improve manufacturing efficiency, throughput, scrap reduction, yield, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Optimize fabrication processes, including cutting, CNC machining, thermoforming, welding, bonding, assembly, and finishing.
- Support implementation of automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0 technologies where applicable.
- Oversee procurement, sourcing, supplier performance, inventory control, and logistics operations.
- Develop strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
- Improve inventory turnover and working capital performance.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, OSHA, EPA, and all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Lead quality assurance programs to improve product consistency and customer satisfaction.
- Drive corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives and continuous quality improvement.
- Partner with the CFO to develop operational budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure plans.
- Manage operational costs while maintaining high standards of quality and customer service.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational profitability.
- Support capital investment decisions for equipment, facility expansion, and process improvements.
- Build, mentor, and develop high-performing manufacturing and operations teams.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.
- Promote employee engagement and operational excellence across all departments.
- Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Customer Service teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Support new product introductions, product launches, and custom fabrication projects.
- Participate in strategic planning, acquisitions, and operational due diligence activities.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- MBA or Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
- At least 7 years in an executive operations leadership role such as COO, Vice President of Operations, Director of Manufacturing, or Plant Director.
- Extensive experience in plastic fabrication, plastic manufacturing, custom fabrication, industrial manufacturing, or related industries.
- Strong knowledge of plastic fabrication processes, including CNC machining, thermoforming, routing, welding, bonding, assembly, and finishing.
- Proven experience managing multi-site manufacturing operations.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing operational budgets and P&L performance.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.