Operations Manager

A well-established industrial services company in Houston is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day production execution at their local facility. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for translating customer demand and production plans into reliable, repeatable shop-floor results. The successful candidate will own throughput, labor productivity, scheduling, and inventory — driving efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. Key Responsibilities Production Execution & Throughput Own daily and weekly production execution to ensure adherence to production schedules, delivery commitments, and efficiency targets. Drive throughput and equipment utilization through effective scheduling, workflow management, and operational planning. Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to maintain optimal plant performance and minimize downtime. Labor Management Plan and deploy labor resources to meet production requirements while maintaining budget alignment. Adjust staffing levels, shift coverage, and overtime in response to production demand and operational needs. Monitor productivity metrics and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workforce efficiency. Lead, develop, and hold supervisors and operators accountable for performance, safety, and quality standards. Inventory & Material Flow Maintain accurate control of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory. Coordinate material flow to ensure production continuity and prevent shortages or excess inventory. Partner with Purchasing to support accurate inventory planning and replenishment strategies. Scheduling & Cross-Functional Coordination Own production scheduling aligned with customer demand and operational capacity. Collaborate with Customer Service, Quality, and Maintenance teams to ensure smooth production execution. Adjust production schedules in real time based on downtime events, capacity constraints, and shifting priorities. Shipping & Receiving Oversee inbound and outbound logistics to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant material movement. Ensure all shipments are properly verified, documented, labeled, and processed according to requirements. Coordinate with internal teams and external carriers to support on-time delivery commitments. Performance Management & KPIs Monitor key operational metrics including labor efficiency, throughput, schedule adherence, scrap rates, and inventory accuracy. Identify performance gaps and lead corrective action initiatives to drive continuous improvement. Participate in daily and weekly operating cadence reviews with leadership teams to review performance and priorities. Safety, Quality & Compliance Enforce strict adherence to safety policies and promote a strong safety culture across the facility. Support compliance with quality systems and industry standards, including CQI-9 and ISO requirements. Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action processes for quality or operational non-conformances. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, or production environments. 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or operations leadership role. Demonstrated success managing production scheduling, labor planning, and operational performance in a high-throughput environment. Strong knowledge of safety standards and quality systems; CQI-9 and ISO experience preferred. Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop frontline teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple functions and shifts. #J-18808-Ljbffr hireneXus