Fabrication Shop Operations Leader
Dallas, TX - USA
Job Summary
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 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
- Bachelors 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:
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 programon-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.Click herefor additional benefits information.If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website view our benefits at 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.
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About Company
Ecolab is the global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services. Every day, we help make the world cleaner, safer and healthier – protecting people and vital resources.