Manufacturing Ops Manager: Lean & CI

Powell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Annual bonus potential

Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Powell is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to oversee production planning, scheduling, quality control, and productivity improvements in a fast-paced facility. You will collaborate with engineering, procurement, and logistics to ensure safe, compliant operations and to meet customer demands.

Responsibilities include budgeting, staffing, training, and leading continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining a culture of accountability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree valued or equivalent experience.
• 8-10 years of experience in manufacturing/construction in a leadership role.
• Technical knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Working knowledge of OH&S, environmental regulations, and employment laws.
• Applied knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPS, or other continuous improvement methodologies in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong time management and analytical skills.
• Ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop execution plans to ensure on-time project completion.
• Lead and train employees; manage staffing, hiring, and development processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across departments.
• Guide change management and ensure training and resources are in place.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Monitor budgets and resources to meet cost targets.
• Prepare for ISO system audits and coordinate shipments and resources.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Project Management

Operations Planning

Quality Control

Safety Compliance

Cross-functional Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Powell is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to oversee production planning, scheduling, quality control, and productivity improvements in a fast-paced facility. You will collaborate with engineering, procurement, and logistics to ensure safe, compliant operations and to meet customer demands.

Responsibilities include budgeting, staffing, training, and leading continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining a culture of accountability and teamwork.