Operations Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 7+ years of structural steel fabrication experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or production.
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1; CWI certification preferred but not required.
• Experience working in an AISC-certified shop or fabrication environment.
• Proven experience managing large, heavy, and complex fabrication projects.
• Knowledge of SSPC and ASTM coating requirements.
• Strong understanding of fabrication operations, workflows, and production practices.
• Experience overseeing multiple fabrication departments and production functions.
• Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify potential production issues and improvement opportunities before they impact operations.
• U.S. work eligibility required.

Nice To Haves

• CWI certification

Responsibilities

• Direct daily fabrication operations across two facilities within approximately one mile of each other.
• Lead production supervisors and oversee approximately 65 employees, with planned growth to approximately 90.
• Manage operations across multiple departments, including: Receiving / Inventory, CNC Processing, Fabrication / Welding, Paint / Coating, Shipping.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure personnel follow applicable safety practices.
• Monitor production efficiency, quality, workflow, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate facility and equipment maintenance to minimize production interruptions.
• Support production scheduling and ensure customer shipments remain on schedule.
• Lead workforce development, recruitment and retention efforts, succession planning, and employee performance activities.
• Identify operational issues and improvement opportunities and drive corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across both facilities.
• Provide regular operational support and updates to senior leadership.

Benefits

• Monthly shop productivity bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Relocation assistance
• Monthly cellular plan reimbursement