Chief Operating Officer (COO) – ManufacturingGrowing 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 ResponsibilitiesOversee daily manufacturing and operational activitiesManage budgeting, KPIs, margins, forecasting, operational tracking, and financial performanceLead hiring, workforce planning, HR strategy, and team developmentDrive operational efficiency, process improvement, scalability, and profitabilityCommunicate regularly with executives, stakeholders, investors, and board membersSupport rapid growth initiatives within a venture-backed environmentBuild scalable operational infrastructure, systems, and processes for accelerated expansionQualificationsProven COO, VP Operations, or senior operational leadership experience within manufacturing or industrial environmentsExperience scaling early-stage or Series A venture-backed companiesBackground working in elite, high-growth technology environments, including companies founded or led by top-tier innovators or major tech organizationsStrong financial acumen with expertise in KPIs, forecasting, budgeting, margin management, and operational analyticsExperience leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced, high-accountability environmentsDemonstrated ability to scale organizations quickly and efficiently while maintaining operational excellencePreferred background from Elon Musk-affiliated companies or other major "big tech" organizations known for rapid innovation and executionMust be comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment and physically capable of navigating production facilities