Operations Manager

As a Operations Manager, you lead the performance, profitability, and day-to-day operations of the Service Center North America repair business, ensuring high-quality execution of engineered-to-order repairs while meeting financial and customer targets. You report to the Business Line Manager. Responsibilities Oversee daily operations of the repair workshop and administrative team, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Manage full P & L responsibility for the service center, including labor, material, and overhead cost control, while achieving KPI targets such as utilization, cost variance, and profitability. Monitor project order costs in real time, ensuring adherence to budget and initiating corrective actions for any financial or operational variances. Prepare and present monthly performance reports to the Business Line Manager, highlighting key metrics, risks, and improvement opportunities. Review and approve Component Disposition Reports (CDRs) in collaboration with engineering to validate repair scope and procedures. Ensure all repairs meet quality standards and resolve non-conformances prior to shipment. Lead, develop, and manage the workshop and parts team, including workforce planning, skills development, and fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Oversee daily operations of the engineered-to-order repair workshop, ensuring projects are executed safely, on time, and within budget. Requirements You have 5+ years of experience, working as an Operations Manager or in a similar manufacturing or service environment. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience in a turbomachinery or industrial environment. Proven experience managing business performance, including P & L ownership and operational KPIs. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems. Preferred: Background in turbomachinery, oil & gas, or industrial service operations. Preferred: Experience leading teams in a repair, manufacturing, or production environment. Benefits Culture of trust and accountability: Work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where ownership, accountability, and a “no task is beneath anyone” mindset drive success. Lifelong learning and career growth: Take ownership of a growing operation with opportunities to expand your leadership scope, develop your team, and progress into broader operations or business leadership roles. Innovation powered by people: Lead continuous improvement initiatives across workshop operations, driving smarter processes, efficiency gains, and performance improvements. Comprehensive compensation and benefits: Receive a competitive compensation package aligned with your experience, including performance-based incentives tied to operational and financial results. Health and well-being: Maintain balance with a flexible schedule and a supportive team environment that values sustainable performance. Job location On-Site. This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Houston, United States (US). Located near the William P. Hobby Airport in Houston. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration. Some scheduling flexibility may be available when work can be completed independently. #J-18808-Ljbffr Atlas Copco