Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily business activities and support the scale-up of Corol’s operations. Corol is a bio-based materials startup developing sustainable, high-performance alternatives to petroleum-based inputs.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth operational execution across pilot production, commercialization, and partnerships. This role requires strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, along with experience in scaling operations, managing external partners, and supporting product certification and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across pilot production, partnerships, and commercialization activities
• Coordinate with technical and product teams to support the transition from pilot to commercial scale
• Manage relationships with external manufacturing partners, suppliers, and key stakeholders
• Support product certification, regulatory compliance, and documentation (including familiarity with CEPA and related frameworks)
• Assist in commercialization efforts, including product licensing, partnerships, and customer onboarding
• Develop and implement operational processes, systems, and workflows to improve efficiency and scalability
• Monitor operational performance using key metrics; identify and resolve bottlenecks
• Support budgeting, planning, and resource allocation to align with company goals
• Participate in investor and stakeholder meetings, supporting operational updates and reporting
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations
• Coordinate internal communication across teams to ensure alignment on priorities and timelines

Requirements

• Proven experience in operations management, manufacturing, or scaling early-stage companies
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with external partners, suppliers, or production environments
• Familiarity with product certification processes, regulatory compliance, and environmental frameworks (e.g., CEPA) is an asset
• Experience supporting commercialization, product licensing, or go-to-market efforts
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to build and implement systems and processes from the ground up
• Financial and operational acumen, including budgeting and performance tracking
• Self-starter with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
• Passion for sustainability, climate innovation, or industrial technologies

This position offers an opportunity to play a key role in building and scaling Corol’s operations. You will work closely with the leadership team to help bring innovative, sustainable materials to market while shaping the operational foundation of a growing company.

Pay: $50,560.46-$123,536.56 per year

Work Location: In person