Automation Services & Operations Lead

Lufkin Industries; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

LUFKIN US Acquisitions Company LLC is seeking a Senior Operations Leader to manage the Automation operations team in Texas. You will drive safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction while overseeing shop, yard, and warehouse activities and ensuring on-time service delivery.

The role requires 8+ years in electrical automation, strong leadership, and a proven track record in P&L management, with experience in rod lift systems, SCADA, and instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of electrical automation experience.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• Experience in operations coordination, sales integration, and financial performance management.
• Knowledge of rod lift systems, SCADA, radio/telemetry, and Modbus.
• Leadership and management experience in automation, controls, or instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Automation operations team, including direct and indirect reports.
• Foster a culture of safety and compliance through strong HSE leadership.
• Ensure client satisfaction through efficient service delivery and operational excellence.
• Oversee shop, yard, and warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material management.
• Manage financial performance, including budgets, margins, cost control, and full P&L responsibility.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives, streamlining processes and improving efficiency.
• Collaborate with sales teams to align operations with market demand and drive business growth.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Develop leadership capabilities within the team through coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Operations coordination

Sales integration

Financial performance management

SCADA

Modbus

Radio telemetry

Rod lift systems

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

LUFKIN US Acquisitions Company LLC is seeking a Senior Operations Leader to manage the Automation operations team in Texas. You will drive safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction while overseeing shop, yard, and warehouse activities and ensuring on-time service delivery.

The role requires 8+ years in electrical automation, strong leadership, and a proven track record in P&L management, with experience in rod lift systems, SCADA, and instrumentation.