Valve Shop Superintendent

Valve Modification Shop Superintendent

Salary: $100-130K, Direct Hire

Location:

Northwest Houston

Supervisor: CEO

Seeking an experienced Valve Machine Shop Director to oversee operations, manage a team, ensure project quality, and maintain efficient operations. Requires technical expertise, leadership, and communication skills. The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of valve processes and troubleshooting abilities.

Competitive salary and 100% health care coverage.

Life, Dental and eye insurance.

Opportunities for professional growth.

• Manage day-to-day valve shop operations, including CNC and manual machines.
• Extensive valve knowledge in disassembling, assembling and testing.
• Oversee all operations from the moment order is received to when it is shipped.
• Supervise Shipping Manager and Fabrication Leader for workflow efficiency.
• Knowledge of gate, globe, ball, and check valves.
• Maintain quality standards, adhere to regulations, and meet customer requirements.
• Provide technical guidance, troubleshoot machine issues, and optimize performance.
• Responsible for hiring, firing, giving performance reviews of all shop employees.
• Collaborate with departments to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Travel to customer sites for project assessment and technical support.
• Train staff, manage inventory, and oversee equipment maintenance.
• Report shop performance to CEO and address any concerns.
• Uphold company values and foster a positive work environment.

• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant experience.
• Leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably in the valve industry.
• Hands‑on CNC and manual machine experience with troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and multitasking abilities.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
• Willingness to travel and commitment to safety and quality.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement is a plus.