This is not a traditional plant operations role.
Operations Leader – Manufacturing Scale-Up
Southern California (Los Angeles to San Diego) | $175–250K Base + 20% Bonus + Significant Equity
We’re partnering with a rapidly scaling energy/infrastructure technology manufacturer developing highly engineered power generation and cooling systems for data center and industrial applications. The company is entering a critical scale-up phase, targeting ~5,000 systems annually near term with significant growth beyond.
Seeking a hands-on operations leader who has helped scale complex engineered products from low-volume production into industrialized manufacturing operations.
What You’ll Own
- Manufacturing scale-up and operational build-out
- Contract manufacturing strategy and supplier partnerships
- Production readiness, throughput, and operational execution
- Cross-functional partnership with Engineering and executive leadership
- Building scalable operational processes and infrastructure
Background We’re Targeting
- 15+ years in operations/manufacturing leadership
- Experience scaling complex electro-mechanical or engineered products
- Contract manufacturing and supply chain leadership
- High-growth manufacturing or industrialization environments
- Engineering degree strongly preferred
This role is best suited for someone who has built operations during rapid growth—not simply maintained mature manufacturing environments.
#LI-SH1
