SHOP OPERATIONS MANAGER

Weatherford has an opening for a Shop Operations Manager in Huntsville, TX to ensure the efficient and effective operation of a shop environment.

This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Operational Efficiency : Ensure that all shop operations run smoothly and efficiently, minimizing downtime, and maximizing productivity.
• Customer Satisfaction : Maintain high levels of customer service to ensure a positive experience and address any customer concerns promptly.
• Staff Management : Supervise and train shop staff, ensuring they are well-equipped to perform their duties and meet performance standards.
• Inventory Control : Manage inventory levels to ensure that products are available and properly stocked, reducing the risk of stockouts or overstocking.
• Financial Management : Oversee financial aspects such as budgeting, shipment targets, and expense management to ensure the shop's profitability.
• Compliance and Safety : Ensure that all operations comply with health, safety, and regulatory requirements to provide a safe environment for both employees and customers.
• Places Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at risk.
• Seeks continual improvement in Health, Safety, Security & protection of the Environment, taking into account responsible care, process vulnerabilities, public, customer and employee inputs, knowledge and technology and best business practices to exceed customer expectations. Roles & Responsibilities SAFETY, SECURITY & COMPLIANCE
• Maintains the highest standards of corporate governance, ensuring that all activities are conducted ethically and in compliance with Company's Security, Compliance & HSE policies, Management System, relevant laws, regulations, standards, and industry practices and complies with the Company's Rules to Live By.
• Supervisors & Managers should demonstrate effective safety leadership for the health and safety arrangements of all subordinates and for any persons visiting them while on the Company premises. QUALITY
• Responsible for being familiar with the Company's Quality policies and takes an active role in the compliance and improvement of Weatherford's Management System
• Maintains service quality as immediate priorities when working across all areas of the business and continually seeks areas for improvement. OPERATIONS
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment.
• Supervise and guide teams involved in the production and assembly of oilfield gas lift mandrels and valves, ensuring compliance with engineering and safety specifications.
• Utilize expertise in welding processes to evaluate and enhance production methods, ensuring structural integrity and adherence to industry standards.
• Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and improve overall operational efficiency.
• Develop and execute strategies to optimize production schedules, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities effectively.
• Analyze workflows and implement process improvements to maximize resource utilization, maintain quality, and minimize downtime.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by training staff on Lean and Six Sigma practices and encouraging innovative problem-solving.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality control, and procurement, to ensure seamless coordination and project success.
• Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPIs), such as production output, cycle time, and defect rates, to track operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in all operational activities. COMMUNICATION
• Maintains effective communications with all key stakeholders both internal and where appropriate external.
• Supervisors & Managers should clearly communicate expectations, roles, and responsibilities to their reports. PEOPLE & DEVELOPMENT
• Employees have a responsibility for developing their own careers within the Company including completing all necessary function, compliance & business standards training to enhance their knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Employees should engage on a regular basis with their line manager to discuss their personal performance, objectives, and opportunities to enhance their skills and experience to support their career potential.
• Supervisors are expected to actively engage their employees to support talent management through Weatherford's performance management process, including but not limited to talent assessments, succession planning & regular coaching opportunities.
• Supervisors should collaborate with Human Resources & Training Development to drive strategies for the recruitment & retention of key personal & to foster an environment that supports the attraction & retention of a high performing talented workforce. Experience & Education REQUIRED
• Have 8 to10 years' experience in Shop Operation Management
• Have P&L experience
• Proven experience in operations management, preferably in manufacturing or oilfield equipment industries.
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques, materials, and quality standards.
• In-depth understanding of oilfield gas lift mandrels, valves, and their production processes.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Proficiency in using production management software and tools for tracking performance and implementing process improvements. PREFERRED
• Bachelor's Degree : Ideally in business administration, operations management, engineering, or a related field
• Certifications : Professional certifications such as Certified Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence (CMQ / OE) or Six Sigma certification can be advantageous.
• Certification or demonstrated expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or higher preferred). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities REQUIRED
• Operational Management : Understanding of organizational effectiveness and operations management principles
• Inventory Management : Knowledge of inventory control processes and stock management
• Safety Regulations : Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations to ensure compliance.
• Financial Acumen : Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial principles such as labor absorption, JCV, PPV etc.
• Leadership : Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate teams effectively
• Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, customers, and suppliers
• Organizational Skills : Outstanding organizational skills for scheduling, stock management, and maintaining shop cleanliness.
• Problem-Solving : Ability to identify and resolve operational issues quickly and efficiently
• Technical Proficiency : Proficiency with technical applications such as production automation, and software for tracking and managing operations.
• Attention to Detail : Keen attention to detail to ensure high standards of operations and safety.
• Adaptability : Flexibility to handle changing priorities and unexpected challenges
• Decision-Making : Strong decision-making abilities to make informed choices under pressure
• Team Collaboration : Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals. Travel Requirement : This role may require domestic and potentially international travel of up to : #LI-JA1