🚢 COO Position at TZLA

Mexico

⚠️ High Performance Warning

All of our roles at TZLA Club demand exceptional performance and dedication. Before applying, please understand:

• We maintain extremely high standards and expect consistent excellence
• The work environment is fast-paced with ambitious deadlines
• You must be comfortable with rapid changes and quick decision-making
• We expect proactive problem-solving and independent thinking
• The roles require dedication beyond standard 9-to-5 expectations
• Only apply if you thrive in high-performance environments and are committed to delivering outstanding results.

How does the role feel like?

As COO, you will join TZLA's executive team, working part remotely but with extended visits to our locations across Mexico. You must maintain a professional home office and demonstrate exceptional virtual and in-person leadership.

Your mission is to work with our visionary CEO to translate strategic thinking into operational reality, optimizing all business processes and building a high-performance culture.

How does this job look like?

As COO, you must be a strategic thinker who excels at both high-level planning and hands-on execution. You'll need to be comfortable with modern management methodologies like Kanban and Lean Manufacturing and have a track record of driving organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Overseeing Daily Operations

• Conduct daily team huddles to address operational challenges and ensure alignment.
• Implement standardized reporting systems to track departmental metrics.
• Perform regular departmental audits and performance reviews over KPIs, to maintain accountability and transparency

2. Developing and Executing Operational Strategies

• Design and monitor KPIs focused on production rates, quality control, and member satisfaction.
• Lead weekly performance reviews with department leaders, using data-driven insights to drive improvement.
• Deploy automated systems for real-time production monitoring and reporting.

3. Leading Strategic Initiatives

• Drive initiatives to optimize production capacity beyond current targets, focusing on assembly line efficiency and quality checkpoints.
• Establish and nurture key relationships with partners in Riviera Maya and the Chinese supply chain, including regular supplier reviews and feedback mechanisms.

4. Optimizing Business Processes

• Map and analyze workflows in collaboration with department heads.
• Implement and document standardized procedures to ensure compliance with operational protocols and quality standards.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and documentation reviews.
• Lead training programs to ensure all team members understand and follow protocols.

5. Managing Budgets and Resource Allocation

• Oversee monthly budget reviews, financial planning, and resource allocation with the CFO.
• Ensure efficient tracking of departmental expenses and its variance.

What we are looking for?

Our ideal candidate is bilingual or proficient in Spanish and English, with 10+ years of management experience. We welcome only unvaccinated applicants.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of executive management experience.
• Proven track record in operational optimization and process improvement.
• Strong financial acumen and business strategy skills.
• Project management knowledge equivalent to PMP certification
• Experience in technology organizations.
• Only unvaccinated applicants will be considered.

Preferred Skills:

• Proactivity and initiative: Evidence of independent leadership and action.
• Consistency in documentation and systems improvement.
• Clarity in role boundaries and avoidance of project management drift.
• Empowerment of team members and executive presence.
• Confidence and decisiveness in communication and authority.
• Measurable progress on KPIs and strategic objectives

What's the deal?

This position offers a unique opportunity to make an immediate impact at TZLA by streamlining operations and supporting the executive team in achieving our strategic vision. We're looking for someone who can start as soon as possible, but we'll take the time needed to find the right cultural and professional fit.

We don’t expect perfection for you to qualify for this job, and you'll get training as needed. We are big on making our jobs easier over time... We do expect intelligence, energy, and a "get it done" attitude. When you have questions, you will find the answers within a quick Telegram message.

In fact, just to prove that you are detail-oriented, when you apply for this position you must include “VOLUNTARYISMROCKS” in the "Briefly describe why you are applying for this position" section. Yep, that’s a little trick to sort out the people who blanket send their resume to anyone and everyone, from the folks who are truly interested in this position.

To apply, please send your resume along with a brief explanation of why you would be perfect for this role—you’ll find a form to submit below. We particularly appreciate candidates who can demonstrate their strategic thinking and leadership capabilities through concrete examples.

TZLA Team Benefits

• TZLA employees gain unique expertise: We're pioneering plasma technology—it's like being part of Apple in the '70s when they launched their first computer!
• Experience rapid skill development through hands-on involvement in cutting-edge projects
• Grow in an environment that values innovation over conformity
• Regular all-team, fully-paid retreats in exotic destinations!
• Free English and Spanish classes.
• High-end working environment: our founders have extensive experience building start-ups in the old world. And they are using these same tools to create something ready for the new one.
• On-site positions include comprehensive health coverage with a dedicated plasma machine for team use.
• TZLA employees receive a substantial discount on Club membership, to get their own Kit.

Who we are?

TZLA Club is a science club revolutionizing the concept of health. We provide our members with a unique science kit that hardnesses the power of plasma, allowing them to experiment with its health-improving properties.

Our team consists of brilliant, disciplined, and positive individuals who are pushing the boundaries of technology beyond big pharma's control. Can't wait to meet you!

After completing this form, what follows is:

• We will carefully review your application materials and initial form responses
• If your profile matches our requirements, we'll schedule a preliminary 30-minute video call to:
  • Discuss your experience and skills in detail
  • Share more about TZLA's vision and culture
  • Clarify any questions about the role
  • Review compensation expectations
• Successful candidates will go through a second interview with our C-level:
  • Discussion of your exceptional capabilities and how they elevate our team standards
  • Evidence of past achievements that demonstrate raising performance bars
  • Presentation of innovative solutions you've implemented
  • Assessment of your unique skills that complement and enhance team capabilities
  • Examples of how you've driven excellence in previous roles
  • Compensation package
  • Start date and onboarding timeline
• After acceptance, you'll begin an intensive onboarding process to ensure mutual fit:
  • Week 1-2: Fly to Mexico, System access setup and initial training & shadowing
  • Weeks 2-4: In-depth knowledge transfer and role transition




We aim to make decisions quickly while ensuring we find the right fit for our team.