Director of Operations – Lombard, IL
TORQ Coatings | Right Hand to Founder
Full-Time | On-Site + Travel
This is a right-hand role to the founder — high expectations, high growth, high reward.
Build the Engine. Scale the Business. Execute the Vision.
TORQ Coatings is a fast-growing concrete floor coatings company expanding aggressively across the Midwest.
We are looking for a Director of Operations to work directly with the Founder and help build, optimize, and scale operations across multiple markets.
This is not a typical operations role.
This is a strategic, high-impact leadership position.
If you’re looking for comfort, this isn’t it.
If you’re ready to grow fast, be pushed, and build something meaningful — keep reading.
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The Opportunity
You will work side-by-side with a visionary founder, helping turn ideas into execution.
You will have visibility across the entire business and play a key role in scaling the company.
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Key Responsibilities
• Work directly with the Founder to execute strategic initiatives
• Build and scale operations across multiple markets
• Oversee and improve production, systems, and workflows
• Drive operational efficiency, accountability, and performance
• Build and implement SOPs, KPIs, and scalable systems
• Support hiring, training, and development of key team members
• Analyze performance metrics and drive data-backed decisions
• Align departments and ensure smooth execution across teams
• Step into leadership gaps and solve problems quickly
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What We’re Looking For
• 5+ years in operations, leadership, or business management
• Proven ability to build systems and scale operations
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Strong leadership and decision-making ability
• Highly organized and execution-focused
• Comfortable with numbers, data, and performance tracking
• Strong communication and ability to work closely with leadership
• Ability to handle pressure, move fast, and execute
• Growth-minded, coachable, and ready to be pushed
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Compensation & Benefits
• Base Salary: $90,000 – $100,000
• On-Target Earnings (OTE): $130,000 – $150,000+
• Performance-based bonuses tied to company and operational growth
• Full benefits package
• Paid time off + company holidays
• 401(k) / retirement options
• High-impact leadership role with direct access to ownership
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Why This Role Stands Out
• Direct access to the Founder and leadership team
• Real influence on company direction and growth
• Opportunity to build and scale a multi-market operation
• Clear path to executive leadership
• Environment that will challenge and develop you quickly
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Bottom Line
This is for someone who wants more than a job.
This is for someone who wants to build, lead, and grow into a top operator.
