Confidential Jobs · 1 week ago
Chief Operating Officer
Greater Sacramento
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expConfidential Jobs is a multi-site industrial manufacturer serving the construction and infrastructure sectors across the Western U.S. The Chief Operating Officer will lead all manufacturing operations, drive performance in various key areas, and partner with the Board to define long-term strategic priorities.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Operational Leadership & Execution
Drive operational performance in safety, quality, throughput, and cost efficiency
Oversee capital project planning, execution, and ROI
Strategic Planning & P&L
Partner with the Board to define and execute long‑term strategic priorities
Manage the full P&L, including pricing discipline, cost structure, and capital allocation
Balance revenue growth, operational excellence, and profitability
Leadership & Culture
Embed and model values of integrity, humility, and direct communication
Develop and mentor senior operations, sales, and technical leaders
Strengthen organizational succession and operational bench strength
Cultivate strong internal relationships with employees at all levels
Sales & Customer Engagement
Partner with commercial leaders to support major customers and distributor partners
Ensure that sales strategies reflect operational priorities and market demand
Maintain reputation for responsiveness, relationship‑driven service, and reliable supply
Qualification
Required
15+ years of progressive leadership in manufacturing and operations
Deep understanding of commodity product businesses (e.g., building materials, paper, cement, aggregates, roofing)
Experience leading multi‑site operations with continuous or batch manufacturing
Demonstrated ability to translate operational excellence into financial performance
Track record of operational turnaround, process improvement, and cost discipline
Strong communicator with ability to work with Boards and external partners
Proven ability to balance operational discipline with culture, relationships, and long‑term stability
Preferred
Straightforward, trustworthy, and relationship‑oriented
Comfortable operating in a family‑owned or privately held environment
Visible, hands‑on leader with empathy and business maturity
Company
Confidential Jobs
Confidential Jobs is operated by ExecThread, Inc. (https://execthread.com).
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Amy Nelson
Managing Partner
Brandon Nolan
Chief Information Security Officer
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