Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer COO Metal Fabricaiton and Stamping

About the Opportunity

A growing, privately-held manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead its multi-site manufacturing operations and help drive the next phase of growth.

This is a highly visible leadership position responsible for translating business strategy into disciplined operating execution across multiple manufacturing locations. The COO will partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership team to improve operational performance, strengthen accountability, expand margins, and build an organization capable of supporting continued organic growth and acquisitions.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, multi-site manufacturing leader with a strong background in metal stamping, fabrication, forming, welding, or related manufacturing processes .

What We're Looking For

• 15+ years of experience in metal fabrication, metal stamping, metal manufacturing or a closely related industrial manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of multi-site leadership experience , with responsibility for a multi-site P&L.
• Demonstrated success improving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and profitability .
• Strong lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
• Strong financial and business acumen, including plant P&Ls, budgeting, costing, and capital investment.
• Experience leveraging automation, data, technology, or AI to improve manufacturing performance.
• Experience in an investor-backed or private-equity environment and/or acquisition integration is strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to work effectively from the shop floor through the executive level.
• Willingness to travel regularly between manufacturing locations.

What the Company Offers

This is an opportunity to join a growing manufacturing organization in a high-impact executive leadership role with significant influence over operational strategy, growth, technology adoption, and future acquisitions.

The company offers a competitive executive compensation package , including performance-based incentives and additional long-term incentive opportunities.

All inquiries will be handled confidentially. Please reference job code 20640 with your response.