Operations Manager

Garlock Family of Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Garlock Family of Companies in Houston is seeking an Operations Manager to lead and optimize the supply chain and site infrastructure. This role is crucial for coordinating material flow, ensuring production execution, and engaging in strategic leadership.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 7 years of experience in supply chain or operations leadership. The position offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain or operations leadership.
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Proven ability to lead procurement, logistics, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategy.
• Lead procurement, logistics, and distribution operations.
• Oversee facilities and production maintenance.

Skills

Supply chain strategy development

Logistics management

Lean initiatives

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations, engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Description: Operations Manager

Location: Garlock Houston (GSP – Houston, TX)

Reports To: Plant Manager

The Operations Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain, material flow, and site infrastructure at the Houston facility. This role ensures effective coordination from supplier through receiving, warehousing, inventory, and distribution, while enabling production execution without directly managing manufacturing operations.

This position is a key member of the site leadership team and plays a critical role in aligning supply chain execution with the overall business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Strategy & Execution

• Develop and implement supply chain strategy
• Lead procurement, logistics, distribution, and supplier management
• Drive KPIs (OTD, inventory turns, supplier performance)
• Identify and mitigate supply risks

Inventory & Materials Management

• Own inventory strategy and accuracy
• Implement control processes and cycle counts
• Balance availability with working capital

Warehouse, Logistics & Distribution

• Lead receiving, warehousing, and shipping operations
• Improve material flow and efficiency
• Standardize processes and ensure compliance

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Develop supplier relationships
• Lead sourcing strategies and performance management

Facilities & Maintenance

• Oversee facilities and production maintenance
• Ensure reliability and preventive maintenance

Cross-Functional Alignment

• Partner with Manufacturing Manager
• Support ERP, CI, and capital projects

Continuous Improvement

• Lead lean initiatives
• Use data‑driven decision-making

Leadership & Team Development

• Develop and coach team
• Drive accountability and safety culture

Organizational Structure

Direct Reports

• Procurement Specialist
• Inventory Management Supervisor
• Warehouse Supervisor
• Maintenance / Facilities Lead

Key Partnerships

• Manufacturing Manager
• Process Engineer / Project Manager
• Quality Supervisor

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain or operations leadership
• Manufacturing experience required

This role is designed as a strategic leadership position focused on enabling production through world‑class supply chain and infrastructure management, not direct production supervision.

Enpro carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors including background, education, training, and experience, as well as geographic considerations. Offers may vary and may include bonus, gainshare, and/or equity. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) matching, and other supplemental insurance options.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, without regard to protected characteristics. If you require accommodation due to disability, contact HR for reasonable accommodations.