The ideal candidate is a proactive, systems-oriented leader with deep experience in regulated manufacturing environments such as dietary supplements, food and beverage, or pharmaceuticals.

Chief Operations Officer (COO) Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and hold accountable department heads and functional leaders across two manufacturing facilities with over 150 total employees.

• Establish and monitor clear KPIs to ensure performance excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Develop and enforce standardized operating procedures (SOPs), policies, and scalable systems that support operational growth.

• Assess organizational structure and talent alignment to ensure the right people are in the right roles.

• Represent the company during customer visits, partner meetings, and regulatory audits (FDA, cGMP, etc.).

• Oversee cross-functional planning, training programs, and culture-building initiatives.

• Partner with the CEO and CFO on strategic planning, budgeting, and capital allocation decisions.

• Drive operational alignment between production, quality, logistics, and engineering teams.

• Manage operational risks, mitigate disruptions, and promote a culture of accountability and excellence.

• Report directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and serve as a key member of the executive leadership team.

• Travel up to, but not exceeding, 25% of the time. 

Chief Operations Officer (COO) Requirements and Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in operations leadership within a dietary supplements, food & beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

• 5+ years of senior management experience, ideally at the VP or C-level.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

• Deep familiarity with GMPs, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing best practices.

• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performance teams across multi-site operations.

• Strong business acumen with experience overseeing budgets, KPIs, and cross-functional alignment.

• Familiarity with facility layout optimization, capital projects, and equipment engineering.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/MRP systems.

• A hands-on leadership style with a passion for quality, innovation, and success.

Please Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.