Chief Operating Officer

Company Description

Terra Supreme Battery specializes in manufacturing high-quality energy storage solutions, focusing on Group 31 Batteries with a unique bi-polar approach that delivers enhanced power and efficiency. Catering to diverse applications such as commercial trucking, cell tower backups, marine systems, remote outposts, and various renewable energy needs, the company is committed to quality, client satisfaction, and environmental sustainability. By utilizing lead-infused glass fiber woven mesh technology, our batteries use 40% less lead, making them both powerful and eco-friendly. With years of industry expertise, Terra Supreme Battery ensures reliable, high-performance products tailored to meet the needs of our customers.

Role Description

We are seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee and optimize all operational aspects of our manufacturing business. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Albion, IN. The COO will collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute strategic business plans, manage daily operations, oversee budgeting and financial performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards and sustainability goals. The role involves driving operational efficiency, improving manufacturing processes, and contributing to the long-term growth and success of the company.

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain 

• Drive throughput, efficiency, and yield improvements across all processes 

• Establish KPIs and accountability systems across departments 

• Develop and execute plans to scale production capacity safely and efficiently 

• Identify and remove bottlenecks in manufacturing processes 

• Implement systems that support rapid growth without sacrificing quality or compliance 

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing operations team 

• Establish clear structure, roles, and accountability across departments 

• Partner with HR to attract and retain top-tier manufacturing talent 

• Drive Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization initiatives 

• Implement data-driven decision-making across operations 

• Lead cost reduction and productivity improvement efforts 

• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all regulatory requirements

• Champion a safety-first culture, especially in a lead-acid manufacturing environment

• Work closely with CEO and CTO to align operations with company strategy 

• Support commercialization of advanced battery technologies 

• Translate technical innovation into scalable production processes 

Qualifications & Experience Requirements

• 10 years in manufacturing leadership roles (Director, VP, or COO level preferred) 

• Strong background in battery, metals, chemical or heavy industrial manufacturing

• Proven experience scaling operations in a startup or high-growth environment 

• Experience leading teams through rapid change and expansion 

• Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves operator – not a desk executive 

• Strong decision-maker with bias for action 

• High accountability and ownership mindset 

• Ability to lead through ambiguity and build structure where it doesn’t exist 

• Deep understanding of manufacturing systems, KPIs, and cost drivers 

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies 

• Strong knowledge of safety and environmental compliance in industrial settings 

Compensation & Long-Term Incentives

This role offers a highly competitive and flexible compensation structure designed to attract top technical leadership. Base salary will be aligned with experience and market conditions (to be finalized during the offer process). The position includes meaningful performance-based incentives and the opportunity to participate in long-term equity programs, aligning leadership rewards with company growth, innovation milestones, and overall enterprise value creation.