Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer Alexandria, LA 71315 $250,000

• $300,000 a year
• Full-time $250,000
• $300,000 a year
• Full-time Chief Operating Officer (COO)
• Manufacturing Operations Alexandria, Louisiana (Onsite Daily) A well-established industrial manufacturing organization is seeking a highly accomplished Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and optimize multi-site manufacturing operations.

This is a critical executive leadership role focused on operational excellence, lean manufacturing, KPI-driven performance management, supply chain optimization, and scalable infrastructure growth across a complex industrial environment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on operational leader with a proven track record of driving EBITDA growth, increasing throughput, improving plant performance, reducing waste, and implementing sustainable continuous improvement initiatives. This individual must be comfortable leading from both the executive level and the plant floor while building high-performing teams and scalable operational systems. Key Responsibilities Lead all day-to-day manufacturing and operational functions across multiple facilities Drive operational excellence initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and profitability Implement and refine KPI dashboards, metrics, and accountability systems across operations Champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput and reduce waste Optimize supply chain, production planning, inventory management, and operational workflows Partner closely with executive leadership to develop and execute long-term operational strategy Improve EBITDA performance through process improvements, cost control, and operational efficiencies Build and mentor strong operational leadership teams across manufacturing sites Develop scalable infrastructure and operational processes to support continued company growth Ensure operational alignment with customer expectations, production goals, and financial targets Qualifications 15+ years of progressive operational leadership experience within industrial or manufacturing environments Proven success leading multi-site manufacturing operations Deep expertise in lean manufacturing, operational excellence, and continuous improvement methodologies Strong background implementing KPI systems and performance-driven cultures Demonstrated success improving throughput, efficiency, quality, and profitability Experience overseeing supply chain, production, inventory, and manufacturing operations Executive-level leadership capability combined with a highly hands-on management style Strong financial and business acumen with EBITDA growth responsibility Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational development skills Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred Additional Information This role is fully onsite in Alexandria, Louisiana, remote or hybrid arrangements are not available Competitive executive compensation package including base salary, bonus opportunity, and benefits This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven operational executive looking to make a significant impact within a growing industrial manufacturing organization.

Pay:

$250,000.00

• $300,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): Do you have 15+ years of leadership experience within industrial or multi-site manufacturing operations? Have you successfully implemented lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives that resulted in measurable operational or EBITDA improvements? Are you comfortable working fully onsite in Alexandria, Louisiana on a daily basis (no remote or hybrid option)? Have you directly led manufacturing operations involving KPI implementation, supply chain optimization, and operational scaling across multiple facilities?

Work Location:

In person