Plant Operations Manager - Manufacturing & Distribution

Job Description

Job Description

Plant Operations Manager – Manufacturing & Distribution

Location: Dallas–Fort Worth, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are a growing manufacturing organization supporting industrial and distribution customers nationwide. As we continue to expand operations in the Dallas–Fort Worth region, we are seeking a hands-on operations manager to lead production, materials, and warehouse functions in a fast-paced environment.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader and team builder who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven ability to drive performance, develop people, and create a highly aligned, accountable organization. This candidate must have experience managing a full plant and not just a department within it.

Reporting to senior operations leadership, this position plays a critical role in achieving aggressive growth and operational excellence goals.

What You’ll Do

• Lead multi-material fabrication and assembly operations within a high-mix manufacturing environment (stainless steel, welding, assembly, inspection, etc.).
• Develop and execute ERP-driven production schedules to meet demand and on-time delivery targets.
• Drive output and efficiency to achieve sales and production goals.

Leadership, Coaching & Team Development

• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing leadership team.
• Establish clear expectations and accountability across departments.
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development.
• Foster a culture of ownership, engagement, and continuous learning.
• Develop future leaders through succession planning.

Cross-Functional Alignment & Collaboration

• Drive collaboration between production, materials, quality, engineering, and logistics.
• Ensure alignment around shared goals and KPIs.
• Improve workflow and reduce bottlenecks through communication.

Operational Excellence

• Monitor capacity, labor utilization, and resource allocation.
• Analyze KPIs and implement improvements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion quality and safety.
• Manage inventory and operational costs.

What You Bring

• 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Strong background in fabrication processes.
• Proven ability to develop teams and drive performance.
• ERP system experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Why Join Us

• Leadership impact role
• Growth-focused culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Work Environment

• Manufacturing setting
• Physical activity required including lifting up to 50 lbs

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.