Operations Manager (Manufacturing)

Location: Houston, Texas, United States; onsite

Company

hirify.global operates a manufacturing facility producing compressed air and dryer packages.

What you will do

• Manage and optimize plant operations across planning, assembly, testing, painting, and fabrication.
• Coordinate production schedules, labor deployment, workflow sequences, and material availability with the Production Supervisor.
• Develop and oversee the annual operations budget, including throughput, shipping, staffing, capital investments, and operating expenses.
• Lead lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives covering productivity, plant layout, material flow, and equipment utilization.
• Coordinate with sales, marketing, engineering, Safety, and Quality teams to align production with customer demand and compliance requirements.
• Analyze production performance, implement corrective action plans, and maintain plant infrastructure, security, quality, and safety standards.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience managing manufacturing operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.
• Leadership experience with complex production workflows and diverse teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and operational planning skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, sustainable manufacturing, OSHA compliance, and a safety-first culture.
• Ability to work onsite at the Houston, Texas facility.

Culture & Benefits

• Culture based on integrity, transparency, trust, accountability, and collaboration.
• Specialized training programs and career development pathways.
• Competitive compensation with health insurance, retirement savings options, and paid time off.
• Wellness programs, confidential employee assistance services, and a safe, inclusive workplace.
• Focus on innovation, operational efficiency, sustainable manufacturing, and employee health and safety.