Chief Operating Officer

Do you want the stability of working for a long standing and growing essential business, located in the beautiful Rogue Valley? Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions are seeking a dynamic Chief Operating Officer with supply chain (specifically), lean/high volume manufacturing and new product launch experience to add to our team!

Must have work and relevant experience and an excellent track record of leadership, an outstanding work ethic, be self-motivated and have a can do/get it done teamwork and positive attitude.

Competitive wages and benefits! Great team! Great culture and benefits! Employer Matched 401 k! Sick and Vacation! Health benefits! (Vision, dental, medical, disability, life insurance, educational assistance, career pathways, tuition reimbursement, apprenticeships, wellness programs and much more)

About the Company: Founded in 1982, Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions is the worlds leading supplier of real time contamination monitoring systems and airborne particle counters. Lighthouse offers the most complete line of contamination monitoring solutions available that include Airborne Particle Counters, Microbial Samplers and Liquid Particle Counters, as well as Temperature / Humidity sensors. Recently added production of air purification products, manufacturing of personal protective equipment. These solutions are now found in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, data storage, biotechnology, aerospace and defense industry plants worldwide.

Position Summary: The Chief Operating Officer is responsible for maintaining and driving operational results within the company. The position works closely with other executive management team members, provides the leadership, management, and vision necessary to ensure that the company has the proper operational controls. This position is to evaluate, establish and continually execute a robust supply chain program for our relevant products. The position accomplishes this through a respectful, constructive, and energetic style, guided by the objectives of the company. Ideal candidates should have experience in supply chain management, creating procurement policies and procedures for a growing organization, additionally, have solid soft skills which will aid to leading the team to World Class Success!

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Follow all safety rules and regulations, all work must be done thinking Safety First.
• Provide management to leadership that aligns with the companys business plan and overall strategic vision.
• Ensure all programs align with the companys core values and culture.
• Drive company results from both an operational and financial perspective working closely with the CFO, CEO, and other key executive team members.
• Lead by example, by following all safety rules and regulations.
• Assist the CFO with financial projections and analyses of existing programs and policies.
• Spearhead the development, communication, and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes, while minimizing losses.
• Oversee operational policies and procedures.
• Evaluate, establish, and continually execute a robust supply chain program for relevant products.
• Oversee planning, maintenance, and efficiency.
• Ensure operational compliance on a company, state, and federal level.
• Head outreach and business relations.
• Provide timely, accurate, and complete reports on the operating conditions of the company.
• Drive the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow, and business goals and objectives.
• Collect and research data. Use intuition and experience to complement data. Develop project plans. Analyze market and competition.
• Represent the company with customers, investors, and business partners.
• For all on-site positions, must show up to work to perform job duties.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work with and as a Team.
• Get along with others, not creating an offensive or hostile work environment.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds and 41+ pounds as a two-person lift.
• The above listing represents the general duties considered essential functions of the job and is not to be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent track record of leadership.
• Superior project management skills.
• Resourceful and analytical with exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of all facets of business.
• Outstanding public speaking and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of IT/business infrastructure.
• Understanding of analytics and performance metrics.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• High level of proficiency with personal computers. Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Access, and Internet usage.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in written form with customers, vendors and co-workers. Ability to proofread and review documents for technical accuracy and conceptual clarity.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises top management personnel.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and Experience:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA), or equivalent experience in executive management experience.
• Experience working in a growing, international company dealing with Fortune 500 customers.

Travel:

• Travel is required to other LWS offices and customer sites in the US. Occasional International travel.

CANDIDATES SUBJECT TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND SCREENING

EEO Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, disability status, or any other legally protected status.