Operations Manager

About Us

Tempo Chemicals & Solutions is a privately owned company headquartered in San Clemente, CA. We are looking for a meticulous and experienced professional to become part of our growing team.

Job Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end supply chain, manufacturing operations, logistics, and fulfillment processes. This role serves as the central hub connecting sales, internal production facilities, third-party manufacturers, vendors, and customer service to ensure materials are sourced efficiently, production runs seamlessly, and customer orders are delivered accurately and on time.

Manufacturing, Production, & EHS Management

● Direct and oversee daily on-site manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules meet demand forecasts, quality standards, and cost targets.

● Manage partnerships with off-site third-party manufacturers (3PMs), coordinating

production schedules, raw material availability, and strict quality compliance.

● Coordinate with R&D team to confirm formulas and BOMs are accurate across systems.

● Ensure production material is tested correctly for compliance standards.

● Maintain accurate records of production and quality control.

● Maintain stock of manufacturing and packaging materials, ensuring the SOPs are

followed and BOMs are entered in NetSuite and followed.

● Ensure strict compliance with OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations regarding the safe

handling, storage, and transport of chemical materials.

● Oversee facility-wide Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, including

maintaining up-to-date Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and leading safety incident root-cause

analyses.

● Ensure all safety protocols are strictly enforced across all internal manufacturing facilities.

Procurement & Logistics

● Source, bid, and negotiate with vendors, including executing POs and supplier contracts.

● Execute and place Purchase Orders (POs) with vendors.

● Oversee carrier procurement, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), freight audits, and claim processing.

● Manage freight portals, broker schedules, and track carrier shipments to identify and

mitigate delays.

Demand Planning, inventory & Warehouse Operations

● Lead demand planning and forecasting processes, reviewing weekly inventory levels

against forecasts.

● Maintain accurate inventory records and keep them current, conducting EOM physical

inventory checks in San Clemente and at remote warehouses, and adjust in Netsuite accordingly once approved.

● Review open sales order reports to prioritize and allocate stock when multiple customers

require the same limited materials.

Administrative Duties

● Partner with the accounting team to oversee key aspects of the operational budget and

optimize operational expenditures.

● Commitment to entrepreneurial mindset and “get it done” mentality

● Drive cross-departmental alignment with sales, R&D, and accounting team

● Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information and comply with labor and

corporate policies.

● Manage time cards, PTO, and Sick Time for direct reports

Professional Experience

● 5-7 years of progressive experience in operations, supply chain, manufacturing, or

general management.

● Leadership experience in scaling operations effectively.

● Direct experience managing and integrating multi-departmental teams, specifically

bridging the gap between sales, production, warehouse, and administration.

● Demonstrated success with departmental P&L oversight, budgeting, and executing cost-reduction initiatives without sacrificing quality.

Education & Certifications

● Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations

Engineering, or a related field.

● Master of Business Administration (MBA) is highly preferred for handling complex

financial and strategic oversight.

Technical & Hard Skills

● Advanced expertise in implementing and managing Tier 1 or Tier 2 ERP systems (e.g.,

NetSuite, SAP) to automate workflows and optimize inventory.

● Strong financial acumen to analyze margin variances, operational expenditures, ROI on

equipment, and freight cost ratios.

● Deep knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement (Kaizen), and establishing QA/QC standards.

● High-level contract negotiation skills for securing favorable terms with crucial vendors,

3PLs, and freight carriers.

Leadership & Soft Skills

● Ability to design, implement, and drive accountability through complex KPIs across

diverse departments.

● Change management expertise to transition teams from ad-hoc, startup-style behaviors to formalized standard operating procedures (SOPs).

● Exceptional cross-functional communication abilities to diplomatically align aggressive

sales goals with physical production and supply chain realities.

● High emotional intelligence to develop middle-management talent, navigate HR complexities, and foster a strict culture of safety and compliance.

Benefits & Perks

● $80,000-110,000 Salary with semi-annual performance based bonuses

● Comprehensive health and dental insurance

● Retirement savings plan with company match

● Paid time off and holidays

Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person