Senior Manufacturing Operations Leader — CI & Growth

Chart, Inc.; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA contributions

FSA

Job summary

Chart, Inc. in Stafford, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing and rebuild projects. You will drive continuous improvement, optimize resource use, and ensure on-time, quality deliverables while maintaining safety.

The role requires 10+ years in management within manufacturing, a solid lean mindset, and strong financial acumen. You’ll partner with HR, Aftermarket, and leadership to grow talent and scale operations. Occasional travel may be expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or equivalent experience.
• 10 years of management experience in a business, manufacturing, and/or assembly environment.
• Experience as a plant manager with P&L responsibility.
• Hands on experience implementing continuous improvement processes.
• Knowledge of manufacturing performance indicators such as productivity, utilization, and efficiency.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations including production principles (capacity planning and plant loading), inventory management, quality systems, and purchasing functions.
• Mature understanding of financial principles.
• Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with employees.
• Strong interpersonal skills – active listener, clear and concise communicator (both oral and written).
• Motivational leader and effective manager.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and people simultaneously.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and product testing.
• Knowledge of compliance to ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Rotating and/or gas and air handling equipment experience.
• 5 years of experience in managing the servicing of highly engineered equipment and products.
• A solid understanding of the product offerings of Chart & Howden customer base.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily planning, implementation and maintenance of the manufacturing equipment and service activities on-site to meet customer and business expectations.
• Ensure the effective use of materials, equipment and personnel in producing quality products at minimum costs.
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the function.
• Ensure a health and safety environment at the Service Center (entire site) by working intensively with the team to implement Howden HSE procedures and standards.
• Responsible for the deployment of the continuous improvement culture at the organization to deliver on customer and business demands.
• Oversee the daily management of the rebuild and manufacturing projects to meet internal and external customer specifications and Aftermarket requirements.
• Responsible for execution activities including parts and rebuilds making sure they are delivered on time to the customers as well as contains the required scope quality and supply.
• Responsible for supporting business development opportunities into new markets that match business objectives.
• Ensure that appropriate reporting, financial, operational controls and KPI’s are in place to measure and protect business interests and to provide notice of the need for redirection.
• Effectively communicates with staff and upholds compliance on overall company policies, procedures, business issues and other relevant information.
• Maintains effective communication with Aftermarket team regarding project deliverables and issues, customer requirements, specifications, and product development.
• Act as contractual liaison between company associates and customers, ensuring timely review and approval / reconciliation of variations.
• Manage inventory to meet anticipated ordering needs of customers; and meet inventory level adjustment requirements as directed.
• Actively develop talent within your department and work directly with HR on employee relations.

Skills

Plant management

P&L responsibility

Continuous improvement

ERP/MRP knowledge

Strong interpersonal skills

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business, engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Chart, Inc. in Stafford, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing and rebuild projects. You will drive continuous improvement, optimize resource use, and ensure on-time, quality deliverables while maintaining safety.

The role requires 10+ years in management within manufacturing, a solid lean mindset, and strong financial acumen. You’ll partner with HR, Aftermarket, and leadership to grow talent and scale operations. Occasional travel may be expected.