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Fabrication Operations Manager - Custom

We’re looking for a hands-on Operations Manager who understands the thrill of custom fabrication, has the leadership strength to guide a team in a lean manufacturing environment, and the vision & ability to scale operations for rapid growth for a customized automotive operation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of experience in Fabrication & Assembly in an automotive operation
• Experience operating within and advancing lean manufacturing systems
• Ability to hold people accountable, with consequences.
• Strong sense of urgency and execution focus
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure
• Disciplined, process-oriented mindset with a relentless focus on execution
• Proven ability to coach employees and collaborate cross-functionally

EDUCATION: BS degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all production operations, managing a team of ~80 employees across a single shift, 6 days per week.
• Ensure safety, compliance, quality, throughput, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop & lead a robust safety program, including employee-led safety committees & personal accountability initiatives.
• Plan & manage daily/weekly production sequencing to ensure smooth vehicle flow.
• Identify & resolve disruptions to production flow to drive continuous improvement.
• Create & execute strategic plans using A3 thinking to address key improvement areas & align ops with business goals.
• Apply lean tools to stabilize operations, reduce waste & foster CI.
• Implement visual management, standardized work, and flow optimization.
• Build organizational discipline around lean practices through daily problem-solving, Gemba walks, 5S audits, and structured follow-up.
• Drive growth within the current facility. Break bottlenecks, add shifts as needed, and use KPIs to align workforce with customer needs.
• Maintain and enhance quality processes to minimize rework and maximize customer satisfaction, incorporating feedback loops.
• Hire, engage, and retain a high-performing workforce.
• Communicate clearly, reward excellence, and manage performance fairly.
• Partner with warehouse teams to resolve stock-outs, implement kitting strategies & maintain efficient inventory levels.

Your Job

The jobsite located in Vidor, TX has an opening for a Material Expediter.

Our Team

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a 'one stop shop' for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

Some core responsibilities for a Material Expediter include:

• Being a safety role model for the team

We expect all field employees to:

• Actively participate in a strong safety culture
• Recognize safety hazards and risks
• Participate in onsite safety meetings
• Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures
• Be on time each day ready for work
• Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment
• Have high attention to detail to avoid reworks and errors

Some physical demands of being a Material Expediter include:

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Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.