Operations Manager

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily operations of a large fabrication facility supporting the oil & gas industry. This individual will be responsible for managing shop operations, supervising fabrication personnel, overseeing safety and productivity initiatives, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

The Operations Manager will provide leadership to both permanent employees and contractor personnel, including welders, roustabouts, fabricators, and supervisors. This role requires a hands‑on leader who is comfortable spending time on the shop floor, driving accountability, and coordinating resources.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fabrication and manufacturing environments.

• 2+ years of formal leadership or management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 7+ years of experience in gas treating equipment fabrication.
• Strong understanding of:
  Amine treating Glycol dehydration Natural gas stabilization equipment
• Experience leading fabrication, production, or manufacturing operations.
• Ability to manage safety, production schedules, quality, and personnel simultaneously.
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, procurement, and quality teams.
• Strong communication skills with both shop personnel and leadership teams.
• Valid driver's license
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Bilingual (Spanish would likely be valuable given the manufacturing environment).
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Continuous improvement/process optimization experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of piping systems, valves, fittings, and gas processing equipment.
• Experience overseeing fabrication shops that build process equipment or pressure vessels

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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