Fabrication Shop Operations Leader

Ecolab

Dallas, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, Capital Budgeting, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Industrial Relations, Inventory Levels, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Requirements, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, OSHA, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Support, Production Systems, Regulatory Compliance, Retail Management, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Workforce Planning, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Dallas, Texas
POSTED
13 days ago

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 performance. In 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

  • Bachelor’s 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 $110,000-$120,000 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 program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.


Potential 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.  

About the Company

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Ecolab

A trusted partner for millions of customers, Ecolab (ECL) is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. Building on a century of innovation, Ecolab has annual sales of $15 billion and more than 48,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world.

When you come to work at Ecolab, you get to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges and have the opportunity to learn and grow, shape your career, make an impact and quickly see the importance of your work.

For more Ecolab news and information, visit www.ecolab.com. Follow us on Twitter @ecolab, Facebook at facebook.com/ecolab, LinkedIn at Ecolab or Instagram at Ecolab Inc. To explore career opportunities at Ecolab, visit jobs.ecolab.com.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals
FOUNDED
1923
WEBSITE
http://www.ecolab.com/