Hussey Seating Company · 7 hours ago
Chief Operating Officer
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expHussey Seating Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead the operational strategy and performance of the organization. The COO will collaborate with executive leadership to develop and implement strategic plans, improve operational processes, and ensure the alignment of departmental decisions with the company's business vision.
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Establish, implement, and communicate the strategic direction of the organization’s Operations Division
Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on Operations projects, systems, and continuous improvement/operational excellence best practices
Collaborate with other functional areas to achieve the organization’s goals and objectives
Identify, recommend, and implement new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials
Ensure that departmental decisions and project plans such as those for staffing, development, organization, material efficiency, hardware acquisitions, employee health and safety, environmental compliance, and facilities are in line with the organization’s business plan and vision
Help develop and implement company talent management and organizational effectiveness strategies including talent acquisition, onboarding and training, retention, mentoring, succession and career planning, and all competency development initiatives
Establish, communicate, and implement Operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution
Review and approve cost control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for projects
Establish and administer the Operational budget and annual Capital plan
Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in operations management
Identify training needs and ensure proper training is developed and provided
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering, or similarly relevant field required
At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing environments that employ materials, methods, and processes equivalent in complexity to those of Hussey Seating is required
At least 5 years in one or more strategic leadership roles in Operations with responsibilities similar in scope and scale to this position
Demonstrated ability to improve the performance of a rapidly growing and quickly changing manufacturing organization of comparable size and complexity across a broad range of operational, financial, customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and other relevant metrics is required
Ability to work on-site in an office setting at least 80% of the work week and, at times, 100%. A willingness to relocate within reasonable commuting distance of North Berwick within 6 months of employment is required for consideration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate well with peers and drive collaboration practices within Operations
Strong leadership skills that are consistent with the Company's Critical Leadership Behaviors
Ability to align personal and team behaviors in conformance to Company Core Values
Strong financial acumen. Prior P&L responsibility a plus
Extensive knowledge of best operational practices in industry or in closely related/parallel industries with similar value chains, manufacturing methods, and technologies, etc
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Strong coaching skills and ability to delegate appropriately
Enterprise Resource & Planning systems acumen
Preferred
Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, similarly relevant field would be a significant competitive advantage
Multi-Site Operations Management and New Facility start up experience a plus
Company
Hussey Seating Company
Hussey Seating makes a full line of top quality spectator seating including fixed polymer and upholstered chairs, telescopic platforms and telescopic gym seats, portable folding chairs and fixed learning systems.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brian Deveaux
President and CEO
Charles W. Nadeau
Vice President Finance and CFO
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