OPERATIONS MANAGER - DIRECT HIRE

OPERATIONS MANAGER

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DIRECT HIRE Brenham, TX Posted:

03/27/2026

Industry:

Industrial Job Number:

KW70860316

Job Description

OPERATIONS MANAGER

• FABRICATION & MANUFACTURING DIRECT HIRE POSITIONMonday
• Friday 7:00 am
• 4:00 pm$100k
• $120k per year, DOE POSITION

OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations at a fast-paced fabrication and manufacturing facility. This role oversees welders, painters, and production staff, ensuring efficiency, quality, safety, and on-time delivery while managing budgets and production schedules. The ideal candidate has strong fabrication and welding knowledge, proven leadership experience, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels—from the shop floor to customers and upper management. 

ESSENTIAL JOB

FUNCTIONSOversee daily fabrication and manufacturing operations, including welding, painting, and production activitiesSupervise, assign, and monitor workloads for welders, painters, and production staff to ensure efficiency and productivityPlan, schedule, and manage production to meet customer deadlines, quality standards, and budget requirementsActively engage in day-to-day shop operations as a hands-on leaderMonitor labor hours, production costs, and efficiency metrics to meet performance goalsAssist with job costing, budgeting, and cost-saving initiativesMaintain accurate production records, reports, and documentationCoordinate material purchasing and vendor relationships to ensure timely supply and cost controlPartner with quality control to ensure all finished products meet specifications and customer standardsOversee maintenance of shop equipment and ensure optimal operationEnforce OSHA compliance, safety policies, and maintain a clean, organized facilityRecruit, train, mentor, and evaluate team members to promote growth and accountabilityCommunicate effectively with upper management, vendors, and customers regarding production status and operationsSupport continuous improvement initiatives related to workflow, quality, and cost efficiencyRepresent the facility in customer or stakeholder meetings as neededPerform other duties as assigned 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 5+ years of management experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or an industrial environmentStrong welding experience with a solid understanding of steel fabrication processesKnowledge of steel materials, pricing, and production costingProven leadership ability with a hands-on management styleExperience with production scheduling, job costing, and performance trackingProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)Experience using QuickBooks and inventory or manufacturing software (ERP/WMS preferred)Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and job specifications (preferred)Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standardsExcellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skillsAbility to lead a diverse workforce and promote a culture of safety and accountabilityStrong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues (preferred)Clear background required 

COMPENSATION

& BENEFITSCompetitive salary based on experienceFull-time position with consistent scheduleBenefits package including Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holidays, and 401(k)