Plant Operations Leader: Optimize Production & Delivery

Hood-Container-1; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Supportive Culture

Industry Impact

Job summary

Hood Container in Houston, TX is seeking an Operations Manager to lead plant operations and optimize production scheduling and shipping. You will drive process improvement, manage a team including CSR and Shipping, and partner with the Plant Manager to balance customer needs with production capacity.

The role requires 5+ years in leadership, a 4-year degree in a related field, and strong communication. A focus on safety, GMP, and continuous improvement is essential.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in a related field; management experience preferred in production/scheduling/shipping.
• 5+ years of leadership experience, with responsibility for teams and performance.
• Must be independent, able to think critically, and manage multiple projects.
• Experience with 5S and Lean Methodology is a plus.
• Proficient with computer software; AmTech experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations and optimize production scheduling and shipping.
• Collaborate with Plant Manager to balance customer and production needs.
• Develop client/vendor relationships in support of CSR and Sales.
• Lead daily production meetings and monitor performance metrics for output and on-time delivery.
• Drive process improvements to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
• Coordinate with CSR and shipping teams to maintain inventory and timely delivery.
• Participate in safety, GMP, and Quality training initiatives.
• Coach direct reports and ensure performance reviews are conducted timely.

Skills

Leadership

Production scheduling

Shipping coordination

Lean methodology

5S

Cross-functional collaboration

P&L awareness

Strong communication

Independence

Education

Bachelors degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Tools

AmTech

Job description

Hood Container in Houston, TX is seeking an Operations Manager to lead plant operations and optimize production scheduling and shipping. You will drive process improvement, manage a team including CSR and Shipping, and partner with the Plant Manager to balance customer needs with production capacity.

The role requires 5+ years in leadership, a 4-year degree in a related field, and strong communication. A focus on safety, GMP, and continuous improvement is essential.