Head of Operations
Location: Chaska, MN
Employment Type: Full-Time, On Site
Department: Leadership Team
Start Date: As soon as we find the right person
WHO WE ARE
At GE Designs, we bring success, joy, and community to quilters through curated tools, fast fulfillment, and total support. We are a growth mindset-focused company operating on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), which means we run our business with clarity, discipline, and a leadership team committed to building something great together.
We are headquartered in Chaska, MN with a warehouse, offices, and a creative studio on-site.
THE ROLE: HEAD OF OPERATIONS
We are looking for a hands-on, high-potential leader who is passionate about operational efficiency, team development, and systems thinking. This person will start by learning the team, and learning the entire warehouse operation from the ground up: picking, packing, inventory, fulfillment—and grow into owning our operations end-to-end.
This role will take on key responsibilities in warehouse and fulfillment and lead process improvement initiatives such as automation, layout redesign, and barcoding. You will sit on the Leadership Team from day one, with a long runway for growth and impact.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Be an active, engaged member of the Leadership Team, contributing to strategy, solving real problems, and leading by example with a hands-on, get-it-done mindset
- Lead operations team meetings to drive alignment, solve issues, and keep progress on track
- Work closely with team leads in Fulfillment and Inventory to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, develop scalable systems, and automate repetitive tasks
- Take ownership of the Manufacturing functions of the business, including fabric cutting, assembly, and printing by learning the processes firsthand, identifying improvements, and implementing automation and structure
- Grow and train the team while creating a strong culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement
- Serve our customers by eliminating mistakes, improving accuracy, and ensuring they receive the best possible value and experience when shopping with us and engaging in our community
WHO YOU ARE
- You love leadership, systems, and solving problems through process
- You are passionate about efficiency and improvement
- You are ready to get hands-on and lead by doing
- You bring great energy, a “we before me” mindset, and strong drive
- You are curious, coachable, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- You are comfortable in Excel and ideally have experience with inventory systems and shipping
- You may not have years of experience, but you have strong potential, hunger to grow, and unwavering commitment
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- You’ve mastered our fulfillment operation and built a team that runs efficiently and accurately
- You’ve introduced scalable systems that reduce error, increase speed, and improve cost-effectiveness
- You are a key contributor on the Leadership Team, driving operational decisions aligned with our Core Values
Within 1 to 2 years, you are leading all operations including Fulfillment, Cutting, Inventory, Subscriptions, Longarming Services, and our Showroom
COMPENSATION & GROWTH OPPORTUNITY
This role offers a competitive salary in the range of $71,000–$82,000, depending on experience and potential. We are looking for someone eager to grow, with significant opportunity to expand responsibilities and increase leadership impact over time.
At GE Designs, we’re more than just a quilting company – we’re a community fueled by purpose, passion, and shared values. Our mission is to bring Success, Joy, and Community to quilters worldwide by providing the very best tools, techniques, and support. Every product we create, every class we offer, and every interaction we have is designed with our quilters in mind, ensuring they have everything they need to enjoy and thrive in their craft.
Our team lives by a set of values that shape everything we do:
- Good Energy: We bring positivity to our work and to the quilting community.
- Integrity: Honesty and quality are at the heart of every decision we make.
- Kind and Inclusive to Our Core: We believe in building a welcoming, supportive space for all.
- Drive & Initiative: We take pride in our work and strive to exceed expectations.
- We Before Me: We succeed together, always putting the needs of the community first.
With every project, we’re inspired to make a meaningful difference for our customers and for the quilting world as a whole.
Want to Work with Us?
Working at GE Designs means joining a team dedicated to empowering the quilting community and supporting each other every step of the way.
We are always looking for GREAT people that do GREAT work.
If you don't see a job opening above that aligns with your work, but are still interested in working with us, please reach out!
Send your resume and a short introduction to help@gequiltdesigns.com.