Assistant Operations Manager

Triple-S Steel Holdings • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Operations Manager with strong production / fabrication experience, and a strong background in steel fabrication, ISO, and production scheduling. The ideal candidate will oversee day-to-day shop floor operations, ensure the efficient flow of work orders through the fabrication process, and maintain high standards of quality, safety, and productivity. This is a key leadership role requiring hands-on industry knowledge, proven team management, and the ability to optimize manufacturing processes in a fast-paced steel fabrication environment.

Requirements

• BS or BA degree in business, industrial engineering, distribution or related field is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a fabrication management or production scheduling role within the steel industry.
• Strong knowledge of steel fabrication processes (cutting, welding, forming, assembling).
• Proven ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, shop blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems for scheduling and job tracking (e.g., FabTrol, STRUMIS, or similar).
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards and certifications (e.g., AWS D1.1, AISC, ISO 9001).
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Experience in structural steel, industrial fabrication, or custom metalwork projects.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Welding or fabrication trade background is a strong asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production planning tools.

Nice To Haves

• Problem solving.
• Business Acumen.
• Change Agent.
• Collaboration Skills.
• Communication Proficiency.
• Decision Making.
• Initiative.
• Leadership.
• Problem Solving/Analysis.
• Results Driven.
• IT literate, Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, ERP system.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills, able to handle multiple priorities and results orientated.
• Knowledge of commercial and employment law applicable to position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all production and fabrication activities across the facility.
• Develop, implement, and maintain detailed production schedules to meet project deadlines and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering, and procurement to align material availability and labor resources with production needs.
• Monitor and adjust workloads to ensure maximum efficiency and on-time delivery.
• Manage a team of welders, fitters, machine operators, and shop personnel-providing leadership, training, and performance feedback.
• Oversee QA/QC standards throughout the fabrication process; ensure compliance with customer specs and industry codes (e.g., AWS, AISC).
• Monitor key production metrics (efficiency, downtime, throughput, labor hours) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment; enforce safety standards, procedures, and housekeeping practices.
• Troubleshoot fabrication issues and collaborate with engineering on drawing discrepancies or design clarifications.
• Participate in capacity planning and long-term production strategy.
• Lead the warehouse New Hire Safety Training as part of the New Hire Experience to ensure new hires are prepared to perform their new responsibilities safely.
• Lead Safety training for hourly employees, monitors, tracks, and reports key Safety metrics, and ensures compliance with federal, state, local and corporate regulatory programs.
• Conduct incident investigations to ensure completeness and accuracy, develop and track corrective actions, act as a change agent for the area, and lead multi-disciplinary teams to make process improvements and reduce risk of injury.
• Conduct monthly safety inspections and employee safety awareness meetings.
• Site leadership, interviewing, hiring, onboarding and training employees; employee development; planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance; rewarding and correcting employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees