What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Operating Officer position at National Wire LLC?

Job Title : Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Location : Conroe, Texas

Employment Type : Full-time, Exempt

Job Summary

National Wire LLC is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and oversee our manufacturing operations. As a senior leader, the COO will be responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and optimizing manufacturing processes across our facilities. This role focuses on enhancing efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. The COO will develop and lead a high-performing manufacturing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and professional growth. Additionally, they will ensure alignment with company objectives, regulatory compliance, and a steadfast commitment to safety and sustainability.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Main Role :

Design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures in collaboration with the CEO and other key executive members.
Organize and manage production operations efficiently and effectively.
Collect, evaluate, analyze, and assess production data.
Ensure that each plant meets production targets.
Ensure that logistics, supply chain, safety, and maintenance processes are in place and executed to maintain a timely product flow.
Monitor performance metrics and align operations to achieve targets.
Identify potential risks in operations and develop contingency plans.
Lead, motivate, and empower local teams to drive continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Clearly communicate strategy, tactical priorities, and performance expectations across the organization, ensuring alignment with leadership objectives.
Foster a growth-oriented, positive, and encouraging environment while holding employees and management accountable to company policies and procedures.
Build, develop, and manage an operations leadership team capable of executing operational strategies.
Develop and implement procedures and strategies to ensure a safe work environment.
Work closely with Human Resources on employee concerns, complaints, disciplinary actions, staffing forecasts, and terminations in accordance with company policies.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and organizational regulations, particularly regarding safety and health.
Set annual production objectives based on the company’s strategic priorities, establish necessary actions to achieve them, and measure progress weekly.
Present a monthly performance report to the CEO, justifying deviations, analyzing root causes, and defining corrective and preventive actions.
Perform other duties as assigned by upper management.

Duties & Responsibilities :

Oversee the company’s daily operations.

Champion a culture of continuous improvement and drive best practices.

Promote Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including Kaizen, SMED, DFMA, and KPI tools to enhance efficiency, product quality, and safety (HSE).

Utilize KPIs to monitor, adjust, reward, and optimize company performance.

Build, develop, and lead a highly motivated and world-class team to achieve the company’s manufacturing objectives.

Develop and execute annual operating plans and budgets.

Identify, communicate, and implement capital investments and improvement projects.

Ensure departmental decisions and project plans align with the company’s strategic goals.

Maintain a strong understanding of emerging technologies in wire manufacturing and competitor competencies to sustain market leadership.

Ensure forecasts align with realistic and attainable organizational goals.

Develop robust enterprise-wide metrics to measure operational effectiveness, ultimately achieving world-class results in areas such as on-time delivery, shipping cycle efficiency, schedule adherence (OEE), cost, and productivity.

Identify risk-reduction opportunities by implementing programs focused on alternative suppliers and increasing current vendor capacities.

Ensure timely and accurate operational reports that drive continuous improvement.

Collaborate with senior management to create, implement, and roll out plans for operational processes, internal infrastructures, reporting systems, and company policies, all designed to foster growth, profitability, and efficiency.

Motivate and engage employees at all levels, including professional staff, management, and executive leadership.

Promote and enforce facility safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.

Perform other related duties that support the organization’s mission.

Strategy, Management, and Continuous Improvement

Serve as a strategic business partner to the Leadership Team.

Assess and evaluate operational performance with respect to long-term goals, budgets, and forecasts.

Provide insights and recommendations for both short-term and long-term growth strategies.

Lead and execute formal continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

Experience :

Minimum 7 years in a senior management role within the manufacturing industry.

At least 3 years leading a mid-size manufacturing operation (200 employees).

Technical Skills :

Experience in Lean Manufacturing, operational efficiency, and safety protocols.

Knowledge of steel manufacturing and ASTM-1064 certification is a plus.

Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems, and data analysis tools (Power BI preferred).

Languages : Fluent in English and Spanish.

Additional Requirements :

Availability for occasional travel.

Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.

Familiarity with family-owned business environments is a plus.

Why Join National Wire LLC?

This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape and drive the future of our manufacturing operations in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are looking for a strategic and results-driven leader who can bring operational excellence to our organization.

Apply now to be part of a company committed to growth, innovation, and continuous improvement!

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