Production Operations Manager
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Production Operations Manager
Trinity, TX
Operations / Manufacturing Leadership
Our client is a growing structural steel and fabrication organization seeking a hands-on Production Operations Manager to lead daily operations inside a high-output production facility.
This is a leadership role for someone who understands how to drive production, maintain quality, improve workflow, and build accountability across a fabrication environment where schedules, safety, and execution matter.
You’ll oversee production operations, coordinate closely with project management and field leadership, and ensure the shop operates efficiently while delivering quality work on time.
This role is ideal for a strong manufacturing or steel operations leader who thrives on the floor, understands fabrication workflows, and can balance people leadership with operational execution.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Lead day-to-day production operations across the facility
- Drive productivity, scheduling, workflow coordination, and labor utilization
- Supervise fabrication personnel and production support staff
- Coordinate with Project Management, Purchasing, Safety, QA/QC, and Field Operations to ensure production timelines are achieved
- Review drawings, specifications, and production requirements to support successful project execution
- Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement operational improvements
- Maintain compliance with quality standards, safety protocols, and production procedures
- Support workforce development, training, certifications, and operational accountability across the shop
- Partner with leadership to evaluate production capacity, scheduling priorities, and operational impact on profitability
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of leadership experience within a manufacturing, fabrication, steel, or industrial production environment
- Strong supervisory and team leadership capabilities
- Experience managing production schedules, manpower planning, and shop operations
- Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and production blueprints
- Understanding of structural steel fabrication, welding operations, or industrial manufacturing workflows
- Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to coordinate across departments
- Knowledge of production safety standards and operational best practices
- Bilingual Spanish is a plus, but not required
Preferred Background
- Structural steel fabrication
- Miscellaneous metals
- Industrial manufacturing
- Welding and fabrication operations
- Heavy industrial or construction-related production environments
Certifications
- OSHA 10 preferred
- Welding certifications are a plus
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- High-visibility operational leadership role
- Direct impact on production performance and execution
- Growing organization with long-term opportunity
- Fast-paced environment with meaningful operational responsibility
- Strong collaboration between shop, field, and project leadership
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