Chief Operating Officer

Kinetic Staffing LLC; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, 401k Match, Supplemental Life

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Kinetic Staffing LLC seeks a high-impact Chief Operating Officer to lead a multi-site, heavy-industrial manufacturing and distribution platform and report directly to the CEO. You will bridge strategic planning with hands-on operations, driving autonomy and end-to-end supply chain excellence.

Responsibilities include overseeing manufacturing, safety, quality, complex distribution networks, and P&L stewardship with a focus on COGS reduction, labor optimization, and throughput.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in industrial manufacturing, logistics, or metal fabrication environments.
• Leadership experience managing large teams across multiple shifts or locations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct all manufacturing, safety, and quality control departments to ensure maximum throughput without compromising standards.
• Oversee complex distribution networks, managing both internal fleet assets and external 3PL partnerships.
• Lead the evaluation and implementation of facility upgrades, automation, and industrial technology integration.
• Manage an eight-figure budget, focusing on COGS reduction, labor optimization, and throughput.
• Mentor a diverse workforce, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma).

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

People management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business

MBA or advanced technical degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Logistics software

Automated manufacturing processes

Job description

We are seeking a high-impact Chief Operating Officer to lead a multi-site, heavy-industrial manufacturing and distribution platform and report directly to the CEO. This is a critical leadership role designed for a \"builder\"—someone who can bridge the gap between high-level strategic planning and the \"boots on the ground\" reality of a complex supply chain.

As we scale, you will oversee the full lifecycle of production, from intake to final-mile logistics. This role is ideal for a candidate who desires and can execute with a high level of autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence: Direct all manufacturing, safety, and quality control departments to ensure maximum throughput without compromising standards.
• Process Excellence: Oversee complex distribution networks, managing both internal fleet assets and external 3PL partnerships.
• Capital Projects: Lead the evaluation and implementation of facility upgrades, automation, and industrial technology integration.
• P&L Stewardship: Manage an eight-figure budget, focusing on COGS reduction, labor optimization, and throughput.
• Culture & Leadership: Mentor a diverse workforce, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma).

Qualifications

• Experience: 12+ years in industrial manufacturing, logistics, or metal fabrication environments.
• Leadership: Proven track record of managing large teams (150+) across multiple shifts or locations.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.
• Skills: Deep familiarity with ERP systems, logistics software, and automated manufacturing processes.
• Mobility: A willingness to relocate to the east central MS area.

Compensation

• $175,000 – $225,000 DOE + Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Executive Package (Health, 401k Match, Supplemental Life).
• Generous Relocation Assistance Provided.

Why Relocate to East Central Mississippi?

• Cost of Living: Enjoy a high quality of life with significantly lower housing costs compared to national averages.
• Lifestyle: Access to premier outdoor recreation and a family-friendly community with top-tier school districts.
• Growth: Join a region experiencing a surge in industrial investment and economic development.