Sulzer

Production Operations Manager

Sulzer • $100K — $120K *
Humble, TX 77346In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field, or 5 years of managing experience
  • 10+ years of production experience; 3+ years in manufacturing management
  • ISO/LEAN certifications/training preferred
  • Experience with tower internals manufacturing is advantageous
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
  • Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems for manufacturing
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Establish a 'Safety First' culture and ensure compliance with safety policies
  • Collaborate with QESH on safety and quality policies
  • Leverage SAP for operational waste reduction
  • Coordinate with sales and operations to meet sales and delivery targets
  • Manage safety stock for production materials
  • Track operational KPIs including shop hours and on-time delivery
  • Oversee maintenance activities for manufacturing equipment

Benefits

  • 15 days of paid time off and 12 paid holidays
  • 401k plan with a 6% match
  • Comprehensive health plan (medical, dental, vision)
  • Health savings account matching
  • Employee wellness program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid parental leave
  • Gym reimbursement
Full Job Description
About the role

SUMMARY: Responsible for managing all activities relating to TAS (replacement) manufacturing including QESH performance, production KPI's and financial performance. Establish and continuously pursue a culture of excellence. Select, assign, and train subordinate personnel. Coordinate preventive and unplanned maintenance of manufacturing equipment, provide technical support, and participate as required in shop production activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Establish a "Safety First" culture by leading the implementation and ensuring compliance with Sulzer, industry, and regulatory safety policies.
  • Collaborate with QESH in the development of safety and quality policies and procedures
  • Leverage SAP capabilities and best practices to reduce waste in operations
  • Work closely with sales and Mexico operations as needed to achieve targets in sales and on-time delivery
  • Collaborate with TAS estimating and drafting to ensure complete understanding of project specifications
  • Manage safety stock of raw materials and semi-finished goods required for production
  • Establish and track agreed upon operational KPI's: shop hours, on time delivery, project progress, cost of goods sold
  • Establish and maintain effective and visible project progress tracking
  • Develop and implement operations procedures within the policy/operational framework established by management
  • Defines or recommends spending requirements for consideration in the preparation of the operating budget for the department
  • Manage planned and unplanned maintenance activities of manufacturing equipment


SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement of operational methods and procedures, especially as required to improve efficiency, productivity, or to reduce operating costs
  • Coordinate with other department heads to resolve production issues or other support related issues


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Select, assign, and train subordinate personnel
  • Develop personal objectives and monitor related performance
  • Imitate associated HR actions as needed


QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology or a related discipline or 5 years of related managing experiences
  • 10+ years of related production experience, including at least 3 years in manufacturing management
  • ISO/LEAN certifications/training a plus
  • Experience at a company producing tower internals (trays/packing/etc.) a plus
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
  • Ability to work in and manage fast paced environment with several projects executing simultaneously
  • Technical skill and proficiency in production operations, especially related to the management of manufacturing
  • Usage of ERP system relating to manufacturing, SAP preferred. Oracle, MS Dynamics, EPICOR would be acceptable
  • Written and verbal communication skills, as required in working and interacting effectively with all levels of personnel
  • Analytical and problem-solving skill, as required in developing and implementing production methods and associated procedures in manufacturing operations
  • Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings
  • Computer skills, as required in working with word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and understanding metal fabrication operations


TRAVEL: This position may require business travel to various Sulzer locations for meetings

What we offer you

What We Offer You

  • 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
  • 401k plan with a 6% match
  • Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
  • Health savings account matching
  • Motivating wellness program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid paternal leave
  • Gym reimbursement

About Sulzer

Sulzer is a global leader in fluid engineering. The company was founded in 1834 and is headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland. Sulzer provides a wide range of products and services to customers in the oil and gas, power, and water industries. The company's products include pumps, mixers, and agitators, as well as separation and filtration equipment. Sulzer also provides maintenance and repair services for its products. In addition, the company offers a variety of engineering services, including process optimization and plant design. Sulzer operates in more than 40 countries and has a workforce of over 15,000 employees.
Learn more about Sulzer
Size
15,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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