Chief Operation Officer (COO) (Miami)

Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Manufacturing

Growing manufacturing company seeking a hands‑on COO to lead operations, financial performance, and organizational growth in a fast‑paced production environment. This executive must bring experience from elite, high‑growth technology environments and have the ability to scale an early‑stage, venture‑backed company quickly and efficiently through Series A growth stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing and operational activities
• Manage budgeting, KPIs, margins, forecasting, operational tracking, and financial performance
• Lead hiring, workforce planning, HR strategy, and team development
• Drive operational efficiency, process improvement, scalability, and profitability
• Communicate regularly with executives, stakeholders, investors, and board members
• Support rapid growth initiatives within a venture‑backed environment
• Build scalable operational infrastructure, systems, and processes for accelerated expansion

Qualifications

• Proven COO, VP Operations, or senior operational leadership experience within manufacturing or industrial environments
• Experience scaling early‑stage or Series A venture‑backed companies
• Background working in elite, high‑growth technology environments, including companies founded or led by top‑tier innovators or major tech organizations
• Strong financial acumen with expertise in KPIs, forecasting, budgeting, margin management, and operational analytics
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams in fast‑paced, high‑accountability environments
• Demonstrated ability to scale organizations quickly and efficiently while maintaining operational excellence
• Preferred background from Elon Musk‑affiliated companies or other major “big tech” organizations known for rapid innovation and execution
• Must be comfortable working in a hands‑on manufacturing environment and physically capable of navigating production facilities

Job Requirements

On‑site