Production Manager

Production Manager

McGregor, Texas

Director of Operations

Trans Tech is a leading provider of specialized infrastructure and custom-engineered equipment for diverse industries. Our expansive capacity and technical expertise enable large-scale production of complex, high-quality equipment while meeting rigorous quality and safety standards. Trans Tech’s companies provide comprehensive solutions for gas and liquid processing, storage, transfer, and utilization, adhering to ASME, API, and TEMA standards to ensure reliability and precision in every project.

From individual services to full project solutions, Trans Tech’s teams deliver expert engineering, fabrication, construction, operations, and maintenance, supporting projects nationally and internationally. We help customers achieve impactful, sustainable results with a commitment to safety, community, and environmental responsibility.

The Production Manager leads the entire manufacturing operation at our McGregor, TX facility, driving execution, performance, and strategic alignment with business objectives. This role is responsible for overseeing production schedules, managing department budgets, developing leadership within the supervisory team, and optimizing plant operations for safety, quality, cost, and delivery. The Production Manager works closely with Engineering, Project Management, HR, and Quality departments to implement continuous improvement initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and support high-value project delivery.

• Manage and mentor a team of production supervisors, leads, and floor personnel across multiple shifts
• Set performance goals and monitor execution against KPIs for production efficiency, safety, and quality
• Drive workforce planning, including hiring strategies, succession planning, and cross-training programs
• Facilitate leadership development and coaching for supervisory staff
• Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence

• Oversee daily production activities and long-term capacity planning to meet project and business needs
• Own and manage production schedules, resource allocation, and material flow across departments
• Ensure timely delivery of fabricated components and final assemblies according to customer specifications
• Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to manage supply chain and mitigate disruptions
• Implement systems to track labor productivity, downtime, and throughput metrics

• Work closely with Project Managers to align fabrication timelines with project delivery goals
• Partner with Engineering to resolve design and production challenges and drive manufacturability improvements
• Support EHS and Quality teams in achieving regulatory compliance, safety performance, and quality assurance
• Lead or support capital improvement projects and new equipment integration efforts
• Collaborate with Finance to establish and manage operating budgets and cost controls

• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts across the shop floor
• Identify and remove bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve process efficiency
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices
• Support implementation of digital tools or systems for production management, time tracking, and reporting

• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies
• Promote a strong safety culture through visible leadership and proactive initiatives
• Partner with the Safety team to investigate incidents, conduct audits, and deliver corrective actions
• Ensu…