Operations Manager - Manufacturing

The Operations Manager - Manufacturing/Prefabrication provides leadership, strategic direction, and day-to-day management of the fabrication operations to ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality and productivity. This role oversees scheduling, staffing, workflow optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives to support company objectives and customer satisfaction. The position is responsible for driving operational excellence through Lean manufacturing practices, optimizing resource utilization, ensuring accurate cost control, and promoting a culture of safety, quality, and accountability within the prefabrication facilities.

• Leads, manages, coaches, and develops production managers, planners, and production staff to achieve safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives. Conducts timely, complete, and meaningful performance management conversations.
• Monitors daily production schedules to ensure manpower and materials align with project commitments. Tracks project status and proactively addresses bottlenecks or constraints to maintain on-time delivery.
• Champions Lean and Quality principles (5S, value stream mapping, pull planning, standard work, etc.) to drive efficiency and eliminate waste. Develops and implements operational plans to support company strategy.
• Evaluates fabrication performance through data analysis, KPIs, and production metrics. Provides cost and budget analysis, manages over/under billings, and ensures appropriate cash flow and material utilization.
• Partners with project management, field operations, engineering, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure alignment between project needs and fabrication output. Develops and maintains relationships with key customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Identifies and implements process improvements, standard operating procedures, and best practices to enhance consistency, safety, and quality across all fabrication activities.
• Promotes and enforces compliance with company safety standards, quality control procedures, and applicable codes and regulations. Ensures fabrication work meets or exceeds quality and inspection requirements.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related technical field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience considered.

Experience:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, prefabrication, or mechanical construction operations, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality fabricated products on schedule and within budget.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills.
• Deep understanding of mechanical fabrication, welding, and assembly processes (e.g., HVAC piping, sheet metal ductwork, plumbing assemblies, etc.)
• Proficient in Lean manufacturing and process optimization techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, fabrication plans, and schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, cost control, and performance metrics.
• Skilled in ERP, scheduling, and production management systems (e.g., D365, Stratus, or equivalent)
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities under pressure

Minimum certifications/license preferred of the position:

• Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or related operational excellence certification a plus.
• OSHA 30 or equivalent safety certification preferred.

Primarily based in a fabrication facility environment with regular exposure to industrial noise, equipment, and materials. Requires periodic site vists and collaboration with field teams.

Founded in 1946, TDIndustries is a premier, employee-owned Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) company delivering full-lifecycle building solutions-from design and construction to service and facilities maintenance. We power critical environments like hospitals, schools, data centers, stadiums, and commercial buildings across Texas and the Southwest.

Our Partners (employees) are the core of our success. As an employee-owned company, you have a voice, a stake, and a clear path to grow. Recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as a "100 Best Company to Work For," we invest in top training, career development, and a culture built on trust and servant leadership.

Join a growing team where your skills matter, and your future is built to last.

At TDIndustries, we believe opportunity should be built - and shared - by all. Whether you work with tools or technology, in the field or the office, we hire and grow people based on skill, potential, and integrity - never labels. We value the diverse paths that bring people to our team and welcome Partners of all backgrounds, including differences in race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, military service, and more. What matters most is how we work together to build excellence.