Manufacturing Manager (ONSITE)

Blue Spark Energy•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, the Manufacturing Manager leads manufacturing, repair, and maintenance operations at Blue Spark’s Houston facility. The role oversees production planning, assembly, testing, quality assurance, supply chain and inventory management, continuous improvement, and workforce development. It ensures Blue Spark’s tools are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards while supporting company growth and product innovation. This is an onsite role based in Houston, Texas, with time split between the office and manufacturing floor. The position leads manufacturing and supply chain teams, manages production schedules and capacity, and oversees quality, compliance, safety, supplier performance, inventory, and operational reporting. It champions continuous improvement and operational excellence, including initiatives focused on safety, reliability, cost reduction, and productivity. The work environment is variable and fast-paced, with changing schedules and priorities and possible short-notice activity. A flexible schedule may be required to meet production and operational demands.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in progressively responsible positions.
Proven senior leadership experience in operational roles.
Experience managing operational budgets, forecasting costs, and driving cost optimization initiatives across multiple departments.
Track record of leading cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
Deep experience in manufacturing, energy, engineering, or industrial operations where safety, quality, and operational efficiency are critical.
Ability to drive continuous improvement strategies and identify operational improvement opportunities.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across company functions and work effectively at all organizational levels.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.
Follow PPE and site safety requirements while regularly present on the manufacturing floor.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction to the manufacturing planning team and optimize production schedules and processes.
Lead day-to-day manufacturing, repair, assembly, and testing operations.
Develop production schedules that meet customer demand and business objectives.
Ensure products are built safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering specifications.
Manage manufacturing capacity planning and production forecasting.
Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks.
Establish and maintain quality management processes in line with the QMS.
Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and customer requirements.
Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing, repair, assembly, and testing issues.
Monitor quality, yield, rework, scrap, and delivery performance KPIs.
Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Implement best practices in workflow design, inventory control, and shop-floor efficiency.
Develop standard operating procedures and work instructions.
Lead operational excellence projects focused on safety, reliability, cost reduction, and productivity.
Lead and develop the supply chain team, supporting manufacturing, repair, and field operations through procurement, sourcing, and logistics.
Ensure timely availability of materials and parts for production, repair, and operational requirements.
Manage supplier qualification, selection, and performance, including cost, quality, and on-time delivery.
Monitor inventory levels and optimize inventory turns.
Ensure accurate production, procurement, and inventory reporting within ERP systems.
Promote a strong safety culture throughout manufacturing operations.
Ensure compliance with company, local, state, and federal safety requirements.
Lead risk assessments and corrective actions for manufacturing activities.
Perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.