Operations Manager & Executive Admin to the CEO - Tampa, Florida

MissionHires; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Health insurance stipend

Paid time off

Job summary

MissionHires in Tampa is looking for a high-EQ operator to partner directly with the CEO. This role involves customer communications, team organization, and operational execution, making it a launchpad for a leadership career.

With direct exposure to a scaling manufacturing company, the successful candidate will enjoy a high-impact environment with clear promotion paths and private equity backing, indicating substantial growth potential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in operations or client-facing roles.
• Extremely organized, responsive, and great with follow-through.
• Ability to juggle tasks and solve problems under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Own administrative and operational tasks for the CEO.
• Be the first line of communication with various stakeholders.
• Implement and track operational changes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Task management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s in Business, Finance, Marketing, or Communications

Job description

We’re a fast-growing, private equity-backed company looking for a high-EQ, high-energy operator to partner directly with our CEO. You’ll handle everything from customer communication to team organization to operational execution — making sure the CEO and company are moving at maximum speed.

This isn’t a typical admin job. It's a launchpad. If you want a long-term leadership track, this could be your shot.

Why This Role Rocks

• Direct exposure to scaling a manufacturing company
• Room to grow into senior leadership roles
• High impact, fast-paced environment
• Clear, merit-based promotion path
• Private equity backing = big growth ahead

Responsibilities

• Save the CEO time by owning administrative and operational tasks
• Be the first line of communication with customers, employees, sales reps, and vendors
• Implement and track company-wide operational changesBuild and maintain process checklists and standard workflows li>
• Manage customer/sales data, CRM updates, and documentation
• Support sales and marketing efforts
• Help prep and participate in tradeshows and investor activities

Requirements

You’ll Thrive Here If You:

• Have 2+ years in ops, client-facing roles, manufacturing, or finance
• Are extremely organized, responsive, and great with follow-through
• Communicate clearly — written, verbal, and digital
• Can juggle tasks without dropping balls, even under pressure
• Think critically, solve problems, and love learning new skills fast
• Are a self-starter with low ego and high standards

Bonus Points

• Military background with ops leadership experience
• Bachelor’s in Business, Finance, Marketing, or Communications

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance stipend
• Paid time off