American Operator
Portfolio CEO Network: Powder Coating Shop
Austin, TX · Exec
Sponsorship not specified$130k-$190kDetected 42 days ago
BudgetingLeadership
About the role
- We're actively interviewing CEO candidates for current and future acquisition opportunities.
- While timing varies by market and acquisition activity, selected candidates enter our CEO network and may be matched with opportunities as they become available.
- We are looking for experienced operators who have led a powder coating operation.
Responsibilities
- Grow the business with a focus on key performance metrics as you lead day-to-day plant operations
- Develop and lead the production team, including line leads and applicators, with a culture of high accountability and performance
- Build upon existing customer relationships and grow into new end markets to reduce industry concentration
- Own company compliance for hazardous waste, and other regulations
- Manage equipment upkeep and capex
- Partner with American Operator on strategy, budgeting, and growth planning
- Experience building high performance team hourly team with accountability for hiring and performance improvement
- This is not a turnaround situation, it's an opportunity to build on a solid foundation set by the former owners.
- American Operator will be your partner from day one, providing strategic support, resources, and guidance while empowering you to lead independently.
- Ready to lead the next chapter?
Requirements
- 7+ years of relevant industry experience, with at least 3 years of P&L ownership over a department or entire plant
- You have led operations with a focus on batch production runs on tight timelines
- Track record of profitably growing sales for job shops that rely on reputation and service quality
- Relocation will be required if you are not currently in or near the market of the opportunity.
Nice to have
- Diversified a customer base across end markets to reduce concentration, and you bring direct powder coating, liquid paint, or metal-finishing experience as a strong plus
Compensation
- $130,000-$190,000, plus performance-based bonus opportunities, distributions, and meaningful equity participation beginning at 10% ownership, with the potential to increase based on performance and value creation.
- Total compensation varies by portfolio company, individual performance, and deal structure, and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits
- We place in an experienced operator as CEO and over time, our CEOs follow a clear pathway to earn significant equity in the business they lead.
- Most importantly, you'll have a clear path to earning significant equity ownership in the business you grow and lead.
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