Chief Operating Officer (COO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to play a pivotal role in its major phase of growth and transformation. The successful candidate will be responsible for full P&L and operational performance, overseeing various functions including manufacturing, quality, engineering, supply chain, planning, maintenance, and warehousing. A key aspect of the role is driving Lean transformation, OEE improvement, waste reduction, and process standardization, as well as ensuring compliance with industry standards. The COO will also lead SAP integration and real-time digital manufacturing adoption, and be instrumental in building and mentoring second-line leadership to foster a culture of discipline, ownership, and customer-centricity. Applicants for the COO position at the company should have 18-25 years of manufacturing experience, with a minimum of 10 years in senior leadership roles and a background in either automotive or medical devices. The role requires a candidate with a strong process discipline, SOP-driven culture, and efficient practices, as well as a proven track record in SAP manufacturing digitization and shop-floor adoption. Deep Lean/Six Sigma expertise, particularly with a Black Belt certification, and a hands-on operational grounding are essential. The ideal candidate will be a structured, decisive leader with high energy, resilience, and a customer-first mindset, and must have experience in multi-site leadership and Lean manufacturing.