Operations Leader - Beauty & Cosmetics Manufacturing

Westwood Laboratories LLC; Azusa (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Laboratories LLC is seeking a driven, hands-on Director of Operations to lead the transformation of our beauty and cosmetics manufacturing operations. This is a high-impact leadership role reporting to the CEO, focused on advancing operational excellence, quality, and scalable processes.

You will partner with executive leadership to drive KPIs, digital transformation, Lean initiatives, and right-first-time execution while building strong teams in a fast-paced, FDA-regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Direct manufacturing experience in beauty, cosmetics, or personal care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Production, Compounding, Warehouse, and Facilities with focus on efficiency, quality, productivity, and cost improvements.

Skills

Direct manufacturing experience

Operations leadership

KPIs & process improvement

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Executive collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

Manufacturing automation

Job description

Westwood Laboratories LLC is seeking a driven, hands-on Director of Operations to lead the transformation of our beauty and cosmetics manufacturing operations. This is a high-impact leadership role reporting to the CEO, focused on advancing operational excellence, quality, and scalable processes.

You will partner with executive leadership to drive KPIs, digital transformation, Lean initiatives, and right-first-time execution while building strong teams in a fast-paced, FDA-regulated environment.