Manufacturing Operations Manager (Bilingual req $100K+)

#twiceasnice Recruiting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous bonus

Full benefits

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm seeks a Manufacturing Operations Manager in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate is a bilingual leader in manufacturing with a strong background in Lean Six Sigma and a track record of leading teams to meet production goals. This full-time role includes responsibilities such as overseeing plant operations and developing strategic plans for improvement. The compensation range is $100,000 - $120,000 with bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English (written and verbal) required.
• 3+ years of high-speed, automated manufacturing experience required.
• Proven ability to guide, motivate, and lead team members required.
• Strong Lean Six Sigma/Continuous improvement background required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and production goals.
• Lead and develop a Spanish-speaking production team.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to improve profitability and productivity.
• Implement and sustain Lean Six Sigma practices.
• Monitor key metrics and lead improvement initiatives.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

High-speed manufacturing experience

Team leadership

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Data-driven decision making

Job description

Manufacturing Operations Manager (Bilingual, Lean Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement)

Location: North Houston, TX

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 + Generous Bonus + Full Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time

Typical hours: Mon‑Fri; 6 AM – 3 PM CT

Start Date: ASAP

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are met
• Lead and develop a Spanish‑speaking production team (15)
• Develop and execute strategic plans to improve profitability and productivity
• Implement and sustain Lean Six Sigma practices to drive efficiency and reduce waste
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Evaluate, document, and enhance processes that lead to increased efficiency
• Monitor key metrics (OEE, OKRs, yield, downtime) and lead improvement initiatives
• Champion a safety‑first culture with emphasis on quality and production
• Conduct root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues
• Foster a service‑minded, collaborative environment rooted in accountability

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English (written and verbal) required
• 3+ years of high-speed, automated manufacturing experience required
• Proven ability to guide, motivate, and lead team members required
• Strong Lean Six Sigma/Continuous improvement background required
• Metrics‑driven with experience leveraging data to optimize workflow required

Who You Are

You’re a technically sharp, people‑first leader who knows every great operation begins with human connection. You look beyond job titles, engaging with your team because relationships drive results. While ready to influence strategy, you stay grounded—on the floor, shoulder‑to‑shoulder with your team, translating goals into action and building cross‑functional bridges.

You bring a passion for process optimization and a systems mindset to manufacturing. From production flow design and time studies to automation and human integration, you’re always seeking smarter, leaner ways to work. You balance data‑driven decisions with an understanding of real‑world operations and human factors. You lead from beside, not in front, and thrive where creativity, curiosity, and continuous improvement are part of the culture.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Manufacturing and Management

Industries

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing, Manufacturing