Manufacturing Manager

NOV

Conroe (TX)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

National Oilwell Varco (NOV) in Conroe, TX operates a 24/7 facility producing downhole products for North America. The role leads production teams, ensures safety and quality, and coordinates production planning and scheduling to meet targets.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering or operations management, proven manufacturing leadership, and experience implementing process improvements. NOV offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, manufacturing, or operations management preferred; equivalent years of experience considered.
Certifications like CMEng, CPIM, or Six Sigma Green Belt are a plus.
Direct experience in a manufacturing environment in roles such as production supervisor or operations analyst is required.
Demonstrable experience managing teams and implementing process improvements.
Industry knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and regulations is required.

Responsibilities

Safety Compliance: enforce safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
Quality Control: implement and monitor procedures to meet established standards.
Production Planning and Scheduling: create/manage production schedules, coordinate resources, and optimize workflows to meet targets.
Staff Management: hire, train, and supervise production staff.
Process Optimization: identify improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve on-time performance.
Equipment Maintenance: coordinate maintenance with maintenance staff to keep equipment reliable.
Inventory Management: oversee inventory levels and minimize waste.
Reporting and Analysis: generate production reports and provide insights to leadership.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: work with HSE, Quality, Engineering, and Procurement.
Team and People development: develop strategies to improve skills and teamwork.

Skills

Safety Compliance

Quality Control

Production Planning

Staff Management

Process Improvement

Inventory Management

Data Reporting

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Team Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Operations Management

Tools

Mazak

Mori Seiki

DMG Mori

Weiler

Job description

Who Are We? National Oilwell Varco is a leading supplier of drilling products around the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with a global HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) program and a strong commitment to the safety of our employees. Our products are used by major Energy and Service companies to drill and complete oil & gas wells all across the globe.

Job Description
Who Are We? National Oilwell Varco is a leading supplier of drilling products around the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with a global HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) program and a strong commitment to the safety of our employees. Our products are used by major Energy and Service companies to drill and complete oil & gas wells all across the globe.
Where Are We? We are located at 500 Conroe Park West Dr, Conroe, TX 77303.

What Do We Do Here? Our Conroe Facility produces downhole products for drilling activities in North America. Our plant has high demand and is operating 24/7 to produce these products for our customers. To meet the demand for our products, we provide employees with an air-conditioned environment, highly organized and clean 300,000 SQ. ft. fabrication facility, new CNC Machines (Mazak, Mori Sieke, DMG Mori, Weiler, etc.), and a strong safety program designed to ensure our team goes home safe to their families after every shift.

What is the Team Like? At NOV and at our 500 Conroe Park West location, we recognize the value of people. Building strong work relationships is key to keeping talented, reliable, and loyal employees. That’s why we work hard to ensure our team feels appreciated for their hard work. Collaboration, respect, integrity and accountability are core concepts for our success.

Why Would I Want to Join the Team?

Competitive Wages
Opportunities for Professional & Personal Growth and Learning
Great Health & Wellness Benefits
Outstanding Vacation, Sick & Holiday Pay Programs

NOV is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are given consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Safety Compliance: Enforcing safety regulations and protocols to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
Quality Control: Implementing and monitoring quality control procedures to ensure products meet established standards.
Production Planning and Scheduling: Creating and managing production schedules, coordinating resources (labor, materials, equipment), and optimizing workflows to meet production targets. Collaborates directly with Purchasing, Planning and Scheduling to meet production schedules.
Staff Management: Hiring, training, and supervising production staff, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to perform their duties effectively.
Process Optimization: Identifying areas for improvement in the production process, implementing changes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and improve on time performance.
Equipment Maintenance: Work with Maintenance and Operators to ensure equipment is properly maintained and functioning efficiently and coordinating preventative maintenance as needed.
Inventory Management: Overseeing inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring adequate supply and minimizing waste.
Reporting and Analysis: Generating production reports, analyzing data, and providing insights to the facility leadership team.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working with other departments, such as HSE, Quality, Engineering, and Procurement, to ensure smooth production operations.
Team and People development: Focuses on enhancing individual and collective performance which includes developing strategies and activities to improve skills, knowledge, teamwork, and overall effectiveness.

Facility/Group -specific Responsibilities/Expectations

Champion facility goals for Quality, Safety, Innovation and Cost - seek opportunities to provide feedback on process improvements, cost savings, and opportunities to work more efficiently and/or safely.
Remain open to feedback and collaboration with other departments and business units.
Regular attendance and timeliness.

Qualifications
EDUCTATIONAL & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree- A bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field such as engineering (industrial, manufacturing, mechanical), business administration, or operations management preferred; Equivalent years of prior relevant experience considered.
Certifications: Certifications like Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMEng), Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), or Six Sigma Green Belt a plus.
Experience: Direct experience in a manufacturing environment required in roles such as production supervisor, operations analyst, or production manager.
Management Experience: Demonstrable experience managing teams, overseeing production processes, and implementing process improvements required.
Industry Knowledge: Specific knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and relevant regulations required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities /Competencies