Department Manager, Accessories

Vallourec North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) Company match 4.5%

Paid Vacation Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Performance-Based Bonus Program

Job summary

Vallourec North America is looking for an Accessories Department Manager in Houston, Texas. This strategic role involves managing accessory production and overseeing technical and administrative operations.

Key responsibilities include managing continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring quality compliance. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and significant supervisory experience in manufacturing, with a focus on safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, production control, or engineering.
• 5+ years of direct metalworking shop experience or engineering in manufacturing.
• 2 years of experience in manufacturing oilfield-related products.

Responsibilities

• Manage accessory production within company goals and standards.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and monitor machine quality.
• Define personnel qualifications and conduct training.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing techniques

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in business or engineering

Job description

At Vallourec, we are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce. The Accessories Department Manager is responsible for managing accessory production within the goals and standards of the Company. A strategic and senior line-management position involving technical and administrative duties, coupled with direct manufacturing and production control responsibilities. Position involves direct supervision of salaried and hourly personnel.

Your Role at a Glance

• Manage policy deployment in the areas of Lean Manufacturing techniques, quality, cost reduction, complete and on-time delivery, safety, customer satisfaction, employee relations, visual controls and departmental performance measures.
• Lead continuous improvement projects through process changes, operational investments, or capital investments to ensure optimization of resource efficiency.
• Daily monitoring and management of machines, finishing, and assembly through GEMBA to ensure quality standards are met.
• Participate in management reviews of the quality system, including the preparation, response, and review of pertinent quality reports.
• Define personnel qualification requirements for accessories personnel. Organize, initiate, and conduct training to meet the requirements. Assist in all stages of the employee training program.
• Evaluate, develop, and direct the implementation of personnel and equipment requirements to meet the goals and standards of the Company. Track and report compliance with these goals and standards to upper management as needed.
• Responsible for implementing and carrying out the Company’s safety and loss prevention activities in the department.
• Lead the department’s operational and financial reviews. Maintain operational and capital budget performance for the department and implement these budgets as approved by management.
• Responsible for internal control compliance of the department.
• Work closely with Sales, R&D, TCC, and Industrial Excellence to ensure optimal capabilities and customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for the preparation of standard operating procedures for departmental manufacturing operations.
• Analyze and evaluate rework and scrap to make recommendations for improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Sets You Apart

We’re looking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline. Master’s degree in business or engineering preferred
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, production control, engineering or quality
• 5+ years of direct metalworking shop experience or 5+ years as an engineer in manufacturing. 2 years of experience in manufacturing oilfield-related products

What Powers Your Performance

Success in this role is driven by a strong mix of personal ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value team members who:

• Communicate clearly and constructively
• Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success
• Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindset
• Take accountability and show initiative in their work
• Demonstrate reliability and pride in performance
• Prioritize safety and act with awareness
• Embrace feedback and use it to grow
• Maintain high attention to detail
• Drive continuous improvement and challenge the status quo
• Support and develop others through shared learning

How We Support Your Success

We’re committed to helping you thrive- on the job and beyond. That’s why we offer a collaborative culture where your ideas drive real change, and career mobility within a stable, essential industry. To support your growth and well-being, we also provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short/Long-Term Disability
• 401(k): Company match 4.5% with no vesting period
• Paid Parental Leave: For birthing and non-birthing parents, including adoptions
• Paid Vacation Time
• Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Safety isn’t negotiable, it’s who we are. Every spark, every shift, and every decision is guided by a commitment that goes well beyond compliance. We don’t cut corners; we set the standard. That means clear expectations, continuous training, and shared accountability at every level. Protecting our people is more than a priority, it’s a promise we make to every colleague, every day.

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