Production Operations Manager

Production Operations Manager

Trinity, TX

Operations / Manufacturing Leadership

Our client is a growing structural steel and fabrication organization seeking a hands-on Production Operations Manager to lead daily operations inside a high-output production facility.

This is a leadership role for someone who understands how to drive production, maintain quality, improve workflow, and build accountability across a fabrication environment where schedules, safety, and execution matter.

You’ll oversee production operations, coordinate closely with project management and field leadership, and ensure the shop operates efficiently while delivering quality work on time.

This role is ideal for a strong manufacturing or steel operations leader who thrives on the floor, understands fabrication workflows, and can balance people leadership with operational execution.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Lead day-to-day production operations across the facility

Drive productivity, scheduling, workflow coordination, and labor utilization

Supervise fabrication personnel and production support staff

Coordinate with Project Management, Purchasing, Safety, QA/QC, and Field Operations to ensure production timelines are achieved

Review drawings, specifications, and production requirements to support successful project execution

Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement operational improvements

Maintain compliance with quality standards, safety protocols, and production procedures

Support workforce development, training, certifications, and operational accountability across the shop

Partner with leadership to evaluate production capacity, scheduling priorities, and operational impact on profitability

What We’re Looking For

5+ years of leadership experience within a manufacturing, fabrication, steel, or industrial production environment

Strong supervisory and team leadership capabilities

Experience managing production schedules, manpower planning, and shop operations

Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and production blueprints

Understanding of structural steel fabrication, welding operations, or industrial manufacturing workflows

Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to coordinate across departments

Knowledge of production safety standards and operational best practices

Bilingual Spanish is a plus, but not required

Preferred Background

Structural steel fabrication

Miscellaneous metals

Industrial manufacturing

Welding and fabrication operations

Heavy industrial or construction-related production environments

Certifications

OSHA 10 preferred

Welding certifications are a plus

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

High-visibility operational leadership role

Direct impact on production performance and execution

Growing organization with long-term opportunity

Fast-paced environment with meaningful operational responsibility

Strong collaboration between shop, field, and project leadership