COO, Food Manufacturing - Scale Operations & Growth

Cobalt Recruitment; California (MO); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A fast-growing food manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to lead strategic and operational leadership across production, supply chain, finance, and R&D. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in food manufacturing and a track record of improving efficiency and compliance with food safety standards. This is an executive role focusing on enhancing operational effectiveness and customer satisfaction, with a full-time contract and attractive benefits including medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in food manufacturing, co-packing, or CPG production.
• Proven success overseeing large-scale operations, including multiple production lines.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end operations across a large-scale manufacturing facility.
• Develop and execute operational strategies that support company growth.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Oversee capital projects and preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Operational leadership

Food safety systems expertise

Continuous improvement methodologies

Financial acumen

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management/Engineering/Food Science/Business

MBA preferred

Job description

A fast-growing food manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to lead strategic and operational leadership across production, supply chain, finance, and R&D. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in food manufacturing and a track record of improving efficiency and compliance with food safety standards. This is an executive role focusing on enhancing operational effectiveness and customer satisfaction, with a full-time contract and attractive benefits including medical and vision insurance.