PetroPower

Manufacturing Operations Leader

Wichita, KS

Full-time

$65,000-$85,000

About This Job

About PetroPower, LLC

PetroPower delivers rugged IoT hardware and intelligent software solutions to the oil and gas industry. We are a nimble team focused on field-ready reliability and operational excellence. Our products combine embedded systems, sensor data, and smart diagnostics to keep energy flowing and minimal downtime.

What You’ll Do

We’re looking for a hands-on Assembly & Operations Manager to lead production and internal logistics while also managing relationships with our manufacturing partners. This is a blended role: 50% tactical execution (assembly oversight, inventory, scheduling) and 50% strategic operations (process design, supplier evaluation, insourcing strategy).

You’ll be responsible for making sure our in-house and external production workflows are reliable, cost-effective, and scalable. You’ll lead internal techs, interface with suppliers, and drive continuous improvements in both quality and cost.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Team Management

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Direct day-to-day assembly operations and lead a small team of part-time technicians.

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Build and refine SOPs for high-quality, efficient product builds.

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Oversee component-level and final assembly using tools such as torque drivers, crimpers, arbor presses, soldering irons, and test stations.

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Monitor throughput, rework rates, and schedule adherence.

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Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-conscious production area.

Inventory, Logistics & Scheduling

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Manage inventory across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.

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Perform cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and drive process discipline around inventory movement.

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Coordinate inbound shipments and outbound customer deliveries.

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Schedule installation work with field technicians and ensure equipment readiness.

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Work closely with purchasing, finance, and field teams to ensure seamless handoffs.

Vendor Management & Outsourcing Strategy

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Maintain strong relationships with contract manufacturers and vendors.

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Define and enforce quality, delivery, and cost expectations with external partners.

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Evaluate make-vs-buy decisions on assemblies, subassemblies, and finished goods.

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Routinely assess alternative vendors and methods to optimize cost, lead time, and risk exposure.

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Coordinate with engineering and finance teams when onboarding new partners or changing sourcing strategies.

Data, Reporting & Internal Coordination

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Input and process data as part of internal well diagnostics.

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Report on assembly progress, inventory status, and workflow improvements.

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Collaborate cross-functionally to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks.

What You’ll Bring

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3–5 years of experience in operations, production, logistics, or manufacturing.

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At least 1 year of team leadership experience in a technical or assembly environment.

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Strong attention to detail and a process-first mindset.

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Ability to assemble products quickly and accurately using hand tools and light machinery.

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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Nice to Have

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Background in electronics assembly or mechanical systems.

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Familiarity with oil & gas industry operations or field installations.

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Experience writing and improving SOPs or quality checklists.

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Experience with inventory systems and coordination tools (NetSuite, ERP, Freshdesk, Jira, etc.).

If you are passionate about optimizing operations in a manufacturing setting and have the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as an Operations Manager.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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Paid time off

Schedule:

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8 hour shift

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Monday to Friday

Experience:

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Lean manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

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Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

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Wichita, KS 67219 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

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Wichita, KS 67219: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person