Operations Manager
H.B. Fuller•Houston, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Operations Manager leads daily plant operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role drives operational excellence through leadership, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making. The position partners cross-functionally to ensure efficient, compliant, and reliable production while supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of leadership experience in a multi-shift manufacturing environment
- Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Experience leading projects or process improvement initiatives
- Authorization to work without employer sponsorship
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
- Experience in chemical, industrial, or process manufacturing
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems
- Experience with KPI reporting, cost analysis, and data-driven decision-making
Responsibilities
- Lead daily plant operations to meet safety, quality, and production targets
- Allocate staffing and resources based on production plans and demand
- Implement Lean practices and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
- Coach and develop supervisors and production team members
- Track and analyze KPIs; implement corrective actions for performance gaps
- Partner with supply chain, finance, and operations teams to meet service and cost goals
- Manage departmental spending and support inventory and planning activities
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits
- incentive and recognitions programs
- health & wellness benefits
- 401K contributions
- paid time off
- paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
