Chief Operating Officer

Description

SUMMARY

The Chief Operations Officer is a senior executive who manages the hands-on operational aspects of the company and day-to-day operations of the corporation. The COO directs, administers, and coordinates the activities of all Operations functions in support of policies, goals, and objectives established by the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors. This role assists the CEO in the aggressive and successful growth of the company.

We are a dynamic company with advanced facilities that allow us to meet the unique needs of each client across diverse industries. We're searching for our next COO with deep industry expertise and a passion for operational excellence to lead our team and drive us to new levels of success. 

As the COO, you will be a critical member of our executive team, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our corrugated manufacturing and packout divisions. You'll lead with a strategic approach, optimizing performance across our processes. You'll be instrumental in implementing and maintaining industry leading systems (Amtech, Web Center, Nulogy) while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and achieving operational excellence. 

JOB FUNCTION/PURPOSE

• Guides and directs management in the production of the organization's products and services.
• Spearheads the development, communication and implantation of effective growth strategies and processes.
• Collaborates with the Leadership team to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, 
• Attracts, recruits and retains members of the team; provides mentoring as a cornerstone to the management career development program to cultivate skills and to increase consciousness of the interrelationship between each department.
• Provides day-to-day leadership and management to the organization that mirrors the adopted mission and core values of the company.
• Operational Leadership: Oversee and drive efficiencies across all production stages.
• Technology Integration: Leverage systems such as Amtech, Esko, Web Center, Nulogy and Co-Pilot to streamline processes, improve productivity, and enhance communication across the company. 
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with FDA, GMP, AIB and ISO standards, along with effective lot traceability and adherence to quality management systems. 
• Maintains knowledge of market and industry trends, competitors, and all aspects of the Company’s market.
• Establishes key performance indicators for management of the Operations group.
• Gathers and analyzes customer trends to assist in developing corporate strategy.
• Represents the Company at various community activities; Meets and networks regularly with business and industry leaders.
• Drives the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow and business goals and objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Master’s degree (M.B.A) or equivalent (preferred); or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10 years of experience in manufacturing production environment in corrugated manufacturing required.
• Technical skills: proficiency with Amtech, Esko, Web Center, Nulogy and MS Office; understanding of digital communication tools like Chat GPT and Co-Pilot. 
• 10 years of managerial experience, demonstrating the ability to manage people in a manufacturing environment, demonstrating the ability to provide safe and regulatory compliant work conditions for all employees.
• Experience and application of Continuous improvement, Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.
• High energy level and detail orientation required.

OTHER

• US Persons Only (US citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugee or asylee – all require proper identification and documentation).
• Up to 25% travel required.
• Physical and Environmental Requirements: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
• Work environment includes front-office and manufacturing in California. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Pre-Employment Verifications: Must pass background and reference checks, drug screen, and physical examination prior to employment.