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Fabrication Shop Operations Leader

Ecolab


Job Location:

Dallas, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 110000 - 120000
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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:

The pay range for this role is $110000-$120000 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 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.


Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.


Required Experience:

Manager


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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.

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