As the Fabrication Shop Operations Leader , you will lead the setup and ongoing operations of a fabrication facility in Dallas, driving safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing performance. In this senior operations role, you will align production output with customer needs and company objectives while building and leading high-performing teams.
What You Will Do
- Establish and manage capital and operational budgets for the facility
- Ensure facility readiness, optimize equipment utilization, and minimize downtime
- Hire, train, and lead fabricators and assemblers
- Plan workforce headcount based on workload demands
- Motivate teams to drive productivity, engagement, and performance
- Manage both union and non-union teams and maintain strong labor relations with UA Local 100
- Establish production protocols and procedures
- Set, track, and improve KPIs related to productivity, efficiency, and cost
- Procure and manage shop consumables, tools, and supplies to support uninterrupted production
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers for timely, cost-effective delivery
- Ensure strict adherence to OSHA regulations and promote a zero-incident safety culture
- Collaborate cross-functionally and provide updates to leadership on performance and issues
Position Details
- Onsite: Dallas, TX Fabrication shop
- Travel: Up to 10%
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering OR 10+ years of relevant manufacturing/operations experience
- Proven ability to lead teams in safety and production environments
- Experience managing complex operations and workforce dynamics
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, manufacturing operations, and process improvement
- Ability to interpret P&IDs, mechanical/structural drawings, and isometric drawings
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, and Navisworks
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex, non-standard scenarios
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:
The pay range for this role is $110,000-$120,000 Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.
Benefits
Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans(Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program,on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits atjobs.ecolab.com/working-here.
Potential Customer Requirements Notice
To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
