Chief of Staff, Operations

Onto

$160K — $240K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for clear information sharing.
  • Proven leadership and resourcefulness in diverse responsibilities.
  • Capacity to tackle strategic and tactical initiatives with passion.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze data effectively.
  • Experience in setting and evaluating key performance indicators.
  • Adeptness in operational analysis and interpretation.
  • Results-oriented mindset, simplifying complex information into actionable steps.
  • Proven self-initiative and resilience in ambiguous situations.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the COO to ensure consistent execution across the organization.
  • Lead cross-functional strategic projects with program management skills.
  • Enhance the effectiveness of the COO's decision-making processes and workflow integration.
  • Support the COO in defining and implementing organizational policies.
  • Proactively identify and address obstacles to business performance with tact and sensitivity.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
  • Life and disability insurance for added security.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for work-life balance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
  • Access to Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
  • Wellness initiatives promoting employee well-being.
  • Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture valuing contributions.
Full Job Description

Job Summary & Responsibilities

This Chief of Staff (CoS) is a critical strategic professional focused on supporting key initiatives for the Office of the COO. CoS drives a tempo of disciplined and predictable execution and establishes operational priorities on behalf of the COO. Onto’s CoS is the behind-the-scenes leader guiding our operations organization’s daily rhythm. This position will give high performing, high potential professionals an opportunity to accelerate their business and leadership capabilities across multiple domains.

Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with the COO across the organization to drive a cadence of consistent organizational execution. They will help establish organizational priorities, identify operational indicators, and implement controls.
  • Lead strategic projects with operational/business/technical program management, including cross-functional initiatives.
  • Will have the core responsibility of making the COO’s time, information, and decision processes more effective. They will act as a key integrator connecting workflows, and a communicator aligning the leadership team with the global organization.
  • Will assist the COO and leaders in the definition, and implementation of policies.
  • Wil anticipate critical path obstacles to business performance and address with diplomacy, maturity, and situational sensitivity.

Qualifications

  • An adept communicator, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, ensuring information and direction are transparently communicated.
  • Demonstrated leadership and resourcefulness across a wide range of responsibilities.
  • The ability to address cross organizational strategic, and tactical assignments with urgency and passion.
  • Strict discipline and attention to detail, with the ability to gather, analyze and interpret data.
  • Setting key performance indicators to evaluate and improve team performance.
  • Expertise in developing, interpreting, and offering detailed operational analysis.
  • Focused and results-oriented leader, capable of synthesizing complex information into clear actions.
  • Ability to keep meetings planned, focused, and effective.
  • A high performer with a track record of significant accomplishments in a similar role.
  • Strong self-initiative, persistence, and ability to deal with a high degree of ambiguity.

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range:

$160,000.00 - $240,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.

  • Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

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