Operations Leadership - Pipe Mill / Tubular Mfg

Overview High-impact leadership opportunity for someone who understands the complexities of OCTG operations. This position is hosted by Liz Valdez. Salary: $150,000 - $185,000 per year. Company: Privately held, multi-site manufacturing organization within the OCTG and steel tubular sector, supporting critical energy infrastructure. The organization is focused on building a more aligned, performance-driven operating model and future growth. Why join us Competitive compensation package Full benefits package Relocation assistance Hands-on, supportive leadership team Opportunity to shape operating structure, team alignment, and long-term performance Responsibilities Lead operations across multiple OCTG manufacturing facilities, including threading, heat treatment, and yard/logistics functions Drive alignment and standardization across sites to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance Lead, coach, and develop Plant Managers and site leadership teams, strengthening organizational structure and succession planning Establish and manage KPIs and operating rhythms, ensuring accountability across all locations Own and improve conversion cost performance, including labor, consumables, and utilities Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, operational excellence) Oversee capital planning and execution, including facility upgrades and operational investments Improve coordination across production, maintenance, and logistics to enhance throughput and efficiency Partner with executive leadership to align operations with business strategy and growth objectives Required Experience 15+ years of experience in OCTG, steel tubular, or pipe manufacturing operations (required) Direct experience with threading, heat treatment, pipe processing, or related OCTG operations Proven success leading multi-site or complex manufacturing environments Strong understanding of API standards (e.g., 5CT, 5B, 5L) and customer/audit requirements Demonstrated ability to drive operational improvement, cost optimization, and performance alignment Experience managing large teams and developing leadership bench strength Strong financial acumen, including P&L ownership and conversion cost management Experience leading or supporting CAPEX projects and facility investments Leadership Profile Hands-on, floor-connected leader who can also operate at a strategic level Strong communicator able to align teams across multiple sites Comfortable operating in an evolving structure with opportunity to build Proven ability to develop people, drive accountability, and implement change Additional Details Multi-site oversight with ~20% travel Compliance & Equal Opportunity Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy #J-18808-Ljbffr Australia-Employment