Manufacturing Manager

Hydsoft CO., LTD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Full medical, dental and vision

Paid time off

Free company uniforms

Regular company events

Job summary

Hydsoft CO., LTD in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Plant Manager to oversee production, engineering, EHS safety, and site operations. You will lead a 20+ team, drive continuous improvement, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with engineering, QA and SCM to maintain quality and on-time delivery.

The role is full-time and exempt, with annual bonus potential, bi-weekly pay, and comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with company match and full medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Business.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing management experience, leading a production team of 20+ employees.
• Solid practical knowledge of standardized manufacturing management processes and disciplines.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite for daily operation reporting and data analysis.
• Familiar with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Kaizen continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the entire production team including receiving and shipping functions to achieve site safety, quality, output and delivery targets.
• Optimize daily plant operations via continuous improvement projects and lead Kaizen events to eliminate waste, improve efficiency and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Ensure full adherence to US local regulatory requirements and plant permit compliance. Implement and enforce site safety policies and risk management programs.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and actively participate in internal and external audits.
• Oversee overall equipment preventive maintenance schedules and handle emergency breakdown issues to minimize production downtime and ensure stable plant operation.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality and SCM teams to resolve daily operational, technical, quality and supply chain issues.
• Manage on-site staffing arrangement, workforce scheduling, job training, performance evaluation and daily personnel matters for production teams.
• Build and sustain Built-in Quality culture on site, maintain stable product quality and reliable delivery to support long-term positive customer relationships.
• Monitor and review key business indicators, ensure accurate transaction and inventory management for raw materials, WIP and finished goods.

Skills

Production leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

MS Office

Regulatory compliance

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Business

Job description

Reporting Line: Directly report to Plant Manager / General Manager

Job Scope: Full responsibility for plant production, equipment, engineering, facility, EHS safety, inventory and overall site operation management

Employment Type: Full-time / Exempt salaried role (US at-will employment, no fixed contract term)

Travel Requirement: Approximately 10%

Payment Cycle: Bi-weekly pay

Annual Bonus: 1-2 months salary, based on individual and company performance

Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 1% company match

Insurance Package: Full Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO)

Additional Benefits: Free company uniforms, regular company events, competitive salary package in local market

3. Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the entire production team including receiving and shipping functions to achieve site safety, quality, output and delivery targets.
• Optimize daily plant operations via continuous improvement projects and lead Kaizen events to eliminate waste, improve efficiency and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Ensure full adherence to US local regulatory requirements and plant permit compliance. Implement and enforce site safety policies and risk management programs.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and actively participate in internal and external audits.
• Oversee overall equipment preventive maintenance schedules and handle emergency breakdown issues to minimize production downtime and ensure stable plant operation.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality and SCM teams to resolve daily operational, technical, quality and supply chain issues.
• Manage on-site staffing arrangement, workforce scheduling, job training, performance evaluation and daily personnel matters for production teams.
• Build and sustain Built-in Quality culture on site, maintain stable product quality and reliable delivery to support long-term positive customer relationships.
• Monitor and review key business indicators, ensure accurate transaction and inventory management for raw materials, WIP and finished goods.

4. Basic Qualifications (Must-Have)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or Business is highly desirable.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing management experience, proven experience leading a production team of 20+ employees.
• Solid practical knowledge of standardized manufacturing management processes and disciplines.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite for daily operation reporting and data analysis.
• Familiar with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Kaizen continuous improvement methodologies.

5. Preferred Skills & Advantages (Nice-to-Have)

• Familiar with ISO 9001 QMS quality management system.
• Working experience in tube / steel pipe manufacturing, mechanical processing and laser drill processes (core advantage).
• Bilingual capability in English and Spanish is a strong plus for local team management.(At least English can use as business language)

6. Employment Legal Note (US Local Rule)

This is a full-time permanent ongoing position without fixed expiration date.