Operations Manager

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (medical, prescription)

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager with strong manufacturing leadership to drive day-to-day production across multiple shifts and coordinate safety, quality, and delivery goals.

The role involves hands-on supervision, budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives to propel site performance. The position emphasizes lean manufacturing, cost control, and capital project execution, with opportunities for advancement within a Fortune 1000 company that values integrity and

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher with 6+ years of relevant experience in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Experience supervising employees across multiple functions.
• Experience budgeting, forecasting, and cost control in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to travel 10–15% and relocate if required.
• Six Sigma or related certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production in a multi-shift manufacturing setting.
• Provide direct leadership to frontline supervisors and staff.
• Oversee master production schedule and capacity planning.
• Develop strategies to meet product line objectives and safety goals.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Budgeting & forecasting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years experience

Associate degree with 8+ years experience

MBA or MS in manufacturing/engineering

Job description

3129 Inv. Dornell Cousette St Tuscaloosa Alabama 35401

Why Valmont

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward?

A Brief Summary Of This Position

We are seeking a highly driven, hands-on, and independent Operations Manager with a strong background in manufacturing to lead day-to-day production and prepare for future site leadership roles. This role manages a multi-shift operation, including direct leadership of frontline supervisors, to support fabrication/assembly of engineer-designed structures and operations, with responsibility for safety, production, scheduling, and continuous improvement goals. The position includes structured development in troubleshooting, budgeting and financial forecasting, HR fundamentals, and capital project execution. This candidate should have the ability and self-discipline to manage multiple departments effectively, as well as a desire to advance quickly within an organization.

Essential Functions

• Manage the use of plant resources to ensure that all plant operations are meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and production goals as set by the Plant Manager
• Follow an intense training plan in industrial troubleshooting, accounting, financial forecasting, human resources, and capital execution.
• Assist in identifying operations’ best practices, performing lean audits and kaizen events, with occasional travel to assist/learn from high-level project management experiences.
• Travel to other Valmont sites and assist in identifying operations’ best practices, perform lean audits, and assist with supporting the needs of other sites when requested.

Other Important Details About The Role

• Provide direct leadership and support for front-line supervisor(s)
• Lead day-to-day activities to ensure that current commitments are achieved and improvements are made
• Execution of the master production schedule, including long and short-range capacity planning
• Develop strategies and goals that will meet the product line objectives
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety requirements as specified by corporate policy and government regulation
• Actively promote a culture of continuous improvement through preparing and utilizing continuous improvement tools and techniques to eliminate waste and improve processes
• Utilize production and other analytical reports to better gauge plant performance and to make better decisions
• Review and control operation expenses for raw materials, operating supplies, and equipment
• Communicate departmental, divisional, and Company information to all employees on a regular basis
• Maintain proper headcount needs through proper staffing, training, and development of production employees, supervisors, and other technical personnel
• Select, train, develop and motivate an effective staff to assure the profitable attainment of present and future safety, production, quality and service objectives
• Other duties as directed, assigned

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, Associates degree with 8+ years of relevant experience or 10+ years of relevant experience
• Supervisory or management experience overseeing employees in a number of functional areas in an industrial environment
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and cost controlling measures within a manufacturing environment
• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives
• Proven track record in lean manufacturing principles including standard work, continuous improvement, problem resolution and delivery of results positively affecting the bottom line of the organization
• Ability to travel approximately 10-15%
• Ability and willingness to relocate as required
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• Masters, Business Administration or Masters of Science in manufacturing, operations, engineering
• Financial experience including P & L responsibilities
• Project Management and/or Capital Project experience
• Working knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations as well as state and federal labor standards
• The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification

Working Environment And Physical Efforts

The primary work environment for this position is a manufacturing facility. The role requires regular exposure to manufacturing conditions, including noise, dust, dirt, grease, fumes, varying temperatures, and moving equipment. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, and other required safety equipment, must be worn in designated manufacturing areas. The incumbent is frequently required to stand, walk, and move throughout the production floor for extended periods. Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 20 pounds may be required. Periodic office work is required to complete administrative responsibilities and business communications. When performing office-based tasks, the incumbent is expected to follow proper ergonomic practices and maintain appropriate workstation setup.
Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception necessary to safely navigate the production environment, observe operations, and inspect products, equipment, and processes.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [e-mail].