Chief Operations Officer (IT Security Hardware)

Acara Solutions, An Aleron Company
Wilsonville, OR, United States
Full-time

Acara Solutions has been providing advanced manufacturing and technology organizations nationally with our staffing industry offerings for 65 years.

Our HW / SW network products security client, that has been around for 30 years, has an opening for a Chief Operations Officer to join their firm in their Wilsonville, OR plant.

We are looking for a candidate that has worked for a technology hardware manufacturer (think CISCO server room products) with a strong manufacturing operations background, including supply chain management, procurement and logistics.

This mid-sized firm is in a growth mode, expecting to add as much as 50% additional headcount in the next several months.

The owner needs someone to come aboard to help manage day-to-day operations and bring fresh new technology ideas to the organization.

We are seeking a future-focused Chief Operations Officer to spearhead our rapid growth and market expansion. As the CEO's key strategic partner, you'll transform visionary goals into actionable plans, driving operational excellence across all business units.

Lead the charge in scaling operations, entering new markets, and optimizing processes to support aggressive growth targets.

The ideal candidate is a results-driven leader with experience in high-growth environments, adept at managing change and seizing opportunities in dynamic markets.

  • Collaborate closely with the CEO to develop and implement strategic plans for organizational growth and expansion.
  • Oversee and lead day-to-day operations of the organization.
  • Spearhead initiatives that keep the company at the forefront of industry trends and technological advancements.
  • Explore initiatives to diversify the company's offerings or expand into adjacent markets to future-proof the business.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives that leverage diverse skill sets to solve complex, future-oriented challenges.
  • Cultivate a team of top-tier "A players", across all levels of the organization, who are passionate about innovation and bringing the future to life.
  • Implement regular cross-functional leadership meetings to align goals, share insights, and solve complex problems collaboratively.
  • Create an environment that encourages calculated risk-taking and inspires team members to push the technical boundaries.

Required Skills / Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree ideally in Engineering, but Operations Management, Business, or similar will suffice.

Min 10 years of experience in operations management within the high-tech manufacturing industry , with at least some of that time working for a hardware manufacturer , with a strong understanding of hardware supply chain management, procurement and logistics and a history of strategic planning, analytical and problem-solving abilities.

This experience needs to include hands-on product development involvement (not just a manager of people).

Min 5 years of being involved with quality and continuous improvement (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)

Preferred Skills / Qualifications :

MBA / Master's degree

A plus to have experience in network HW and SW products

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