Everest Search Partners

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Position Summary: Everest Client seeks an Operations Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the fabrication shop, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and profitably. This role requires strong leadership, a deep understanding of fabrication/manufacturing processes, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in production, quality, and workforce performance. Key Responsibilities • Plan, schedule, and coordinate fabrication activities to meet delivery deadlines and customer requirements. • Monitor job progress, resource allocation, and workflow efficiency across welding, machining, painting/blasting, and assembly. • Ensure equipment is properly maintained and downtime is minimized. • Supervise and mentor shop leads, foremen, and crews. • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. • Conduct performance evaluations and enforce company policies consistently. • Ensure adherence to drawings, specifications, and quality standards (e.g., ISO, AIS,AWS). • Implement corrective actions when non-conformances arise. • Drive process performance and conformity of products and services. • Track KPIs such as on-time delivery, job margins, labor utilization, and rework percentage. • Collaborate with estimating and sales to ensure accurate job costing and quoting • Manage operating budgets and control overhead costs. • Support sales and project management teams with production updates. • Oversee material procurement and vendor relationships to minimize delays. • Handle subcontractor management when outside services are required. • Apply Lean, PDCA, and other improvement methods to optimize shop layout, workflow, and throughput. • Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve efficiency. • Lead safety initiatives and drive training programs for employee development. • On-time delivery percentage • Job profitability vs. estimated margins • Labor utilization and efficiency (man-hours vs. planned hours) • Scrap/rework rate • Safety incidents and compliance adherence • Employee retention and development Qualifications • Proven experience (5+ years) in operations or production management within steel fabrication or related manufacturing. • Strong knowledge of welding, machining, cutting, blasting, and coating processes. • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and project tracking tools. • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications. • Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and margin management.