Controls Operations Manager

Job Description

Goforth Williamson, Inc, 373 Odell Road, Griffin, Georgia, United States of America

Posted Friday, May 22, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Company: Goforth Williamson

About Us: In February of 2004, two mechanical engineers teamed together to form Goforth Williamson, Inc. With over 30 years of rotating equipment experience between them, Travis and David focused on developing GWI into a customer‑oriented service company. Since that time, GWI has grown to a company with over 50 full‑time employees. The employees of GWI are specialists in their fields and possess a vast knowledge of pumping equipment and its applications.

They have experience from Original Equipment Manufacturers, motor shops, contractors, machine shops, and other rotating equipment repair facilities.

We are a full‑service pump and controls company serving the municipal water, wastewater, and industrial markets. Our capabilities span new pump sales, pump repair, field service, and a controls division that includes VFD and soft start sales, controls retrofits, and in‑house UL 508A control panel manufacturing. We are proud of the team we have built and are committed to continuing to grow the right way — with the right people, doing quality work for our customers.

• Serve as the primary on‑site leader for the Controls Department, overseeing daily operations across engineering, field service, panel shop, and inside sales.
• Manage workflow, workload distribution, and scheduling across all four sub‑departments to ensure projects and customer commitments are met.
• Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks before they escalate, and develop repeatable processes to prevent recurrence.
• Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and performance feedback to department employees, many of whom have been promoted into their current roles as the company has grown.
• Act as the primary point of escalation for internal issues so that the VP of Controls can remain focused on business development and strategic priorities.
• Coordinate with other departments (pump sales, pump repair, field service) to ensure cross‑functional alignment on shared customer projects.
• Track key department metrics — project status, lead times, open orders, and service commitments — and report regularly to the VP of Controls.
• Establish accountability for performance, deadlines, and quality.

• 6+ years of experience in an operations, project management, or department management role, ideally in an industrial, electrical, or engineered‑products environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop teams across multiple functional areas.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities and keep multiple work streams on track simultaneously.
• A natural problem‑solver who takes ownership, follows through, and brings calm and clarity to a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable working in a technical environment — prior experience with control panels, VFDs, electrical systems, or the water/wastewater industry is a plus but not required.
• Proficiency with project management or operations tools (experience with Smartsheet, ERP systems, or similar platforms is a plus).
• Excellent communication skills — you will be the connective tissue between frontline staff and senior leadership.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position at our Griffin, GA facility. Regular in‑office presence is required.

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Specific compensation will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Goforth Williamson, Inc, 373 Odell Road, Griffin, Georgia, United States of America