Production Operations Manager

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. About the role ============== **SUMMARY:**  Responsible for managing all activities relating to TAS (replacement) manufacturing including QESH performance, production KPI’s and financial performance.  Establish and continuously pursue a culture of excellence.  Select, assign, and train subordinate personnel.  Coordinate preventive and unplanned maintenance of manufacturing equipment, provide technical support, and participate as required in shop production activities. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** * Establish a “Safety First” culture by leading the implementation and ensuring compliance with Sulzer, industry, and regulatory safety policies. * Collaborate with QESH in the development of safety and quality policies and procedures * Leverage SAP capabilities and best practices to reduce waste in operations * Work closely with sales and Mexico operations as needed to achieve targets in sales and on-time delivery * Collaborate with TAS estimating and drafting to ensure complete understanding of project specifications * Manage safety stock of raw materials and semi-finished goods required for production * Establish and track agreed upon operational KPI’s: shop hours, on time delivery, project progress, cost of goods sold * Establish and maintain effective and visible project progress tracking * Develop and implement operations procedures within the policy/operational framework established by management * Defines or recommends spending requirements for consideration in the preparation of the operating budget for the department * Manage planned and unplanned maintenance activities of manufacturing equipment **SECONDARY FUNCTIONS** * Identify opportunities for process improvement of operational methods and procedures, especially as required to improve efficiency, productivity, or to reduce operating costs * Coordinate with other department heads to resolve production issues or other support related issues **SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:**   * Select, assign, and train subordinate personnel * Develop personal objectives and monitor related performance * Imitate associated HR actions as needed **QUALIFICATIONS:** * Associate degree in Engineering Technology or a related discipline or 5 years of related managing experiences * 10+ years of related production experience, including at least 3 years in manufacturing management * ISO/LEAN certifications/training a plus * Experience at a company producing tower internals (trays/packing/etc.) a plus * Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus * Ability to work in and manage fast paced environment with several projects executing simultaneously * Technical skill and proficiency in production operations, especially related to the management of manufacturing * Usage of ERP system relating to manufacturing, SAP preferred. Oracle, MS Dynamics, EPICOR would be acceptable * Written and verbal communication skills, as required in working and interacting effectively with all levels of personnel * Analytical and problem-solving skill, as required in developing and implementing production methods and associated procedures in manufacturing operations * Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings * Computer skills, as required in working with word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications * Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and understanding metal fabrication operations **TRAVEL:** This position may require business travel to various Sulzer locations for meetings What we offer you ================= What We Offer You * 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays * 401k plan with a 6% match * Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability * Health savings account matching * Motivating wellness program * Employee Assistance Program * Paid paternal leave * Gym reimbursement Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.   We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.