Operations Director FAB

Why Join Our Team?

Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world.

What We Offer:

- Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority.

- Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.

- Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

Job Description:

U.S. Pipe is seeking a Director of Operations at U.S. Pipe in a fabrication setting would oversee daily operations, manage a fabrication team, ensure production targets are met, enforce safety policies, manage inventory and equipment, and implement process improvements for efficiency in producing fabricated pipe products for the water and wastewater industries

. Key responsibilities include leading staff, planning production, monitoring workflow and metrics, ensuring quality, and fostering a productive environment in line with company values.

Key Responsibilities

- Production & Operations Management: Lead day-to-day operations, including production planning, scheduling, and execution to meet company goals for the fabrication of pipe products.

- Team Leadership: Manage, motivate, and lead production teams, technicians, and staff to achieve production plans and foster a productive, inclusive work environment.

- Process Improvement & Efficiency: Develop and implement strategies to optimize processes, maximize output, and minimize costs in the fabrication process.

- Quality Control: Ensure that all fabricated products meet U.S. Pipe's high standards and the company's quality policies.

- Health & Safety: Oversee the health and safety of the production environment and enforce all applicable safety regulations.

- Inventory & Equipment Management: Manage inventory levels and oversee the maintenance, repair, and replacement of production equipment.

- Strategic Alignment: Draw on relationships with various stakeholders to make decisions aligned with U.S. Pipe's overall operational and strategic goals.

- Policy & Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, standards, and legal and regulatory requirements.

Experience & Education

- Experience: A strong background in manufacturing or a fabrication environment, with significant supervisory experience in production, is typically required.

- Education: A Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field like industrial or supply chain management, engineering, or business, is often preferred.

- Skills: Proficiency with production management tools, MS Office suite, and an understanding of production principals and functions are essential.

TRAVEL required 40% - 50%

U.S. Pipe is an equal opportunity employer committed to developing a workforce with well-qualified individuals without regard to their race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender, disability, veteran status or other protected characteristics. U.S. Pipe is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact the U.S. Pipe Recruiting team at (866) 347-7473.