Operations Manager

Everest Search Partners•Hempstead, TX

21d

About The Position

Everest Client seeks an Bilingual Operations Manager (English and Spanish) will oversee the day-to-day operations of the fabrication shop, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and profitably. This role requires strong leadership, a deep understanding of fabrication/manufacturing processes, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in production, quality, and workforce performance.

Requirements

Proven experience (5+ years) in operations or production management within steel fabrication or related manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of welding, machining, cutting, blasting, and coating processes.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and project tracking tools.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and margin management.
Must be Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, and coordinate fabrication activities to meet delivery deadlines and customer requirements.
Monitor job progress, resource allocation, and workflow efficiency across welding, machining, painting/blasting, and assembly.
Ensure equipment is properly maintained and downtime is minimized.
Supervise and mentor shop leads, foremen, and crews.
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Conduct performance evaluations and enforce company policies consistently.
Ensure adherence to drawings, specifications, and quality standards (e.g., ISO, AIS,AWS).
Implement corrective actions when non-conformances arise.
Drive process performance and conformity of products and services.
Track KPIs such as on-time delivery, job margins, labor utilization, and rework percentage.
Collaborate with estimating and sales to ensure accurate job costing and quoting
Manage operating budgets and control overhead costs.
Support sales and project management teams with production updates.
Oversee material procurement and vendor relationships to minimize delays.
Handle subcontractor management when outside services are required.
Apply Lean, PDCA, and other improvement methods to optimize shop layout, workflow, and throughput.
Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve efficiency.
Lead safety initiatives and drive training programs for employee development.
On-time delivery percentage
Job profitability vs. estimated margins
Labor utilization and efficiency (man-hours vs. planned hours)
Scrap/rework rate
Safety incidents and compliance adherence
Employee retention and development