Fabrication Shop Manager- Houston

The Manager of the Houston Fabrication Shop will provide leadership and oversight of all shop operations, including the development and implementation of efficient, sustainable business processes and systems. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing fabrication and repair work on structures, tanks, and other oilfield equipment, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

The position reports directly to the Director of the Houston Rig-Up Yard.

Detailed Description

Collaborate with Management and Human Resources to develop and implement flexible workforce strategies that address the challenges of recruiting and retaining fabrication shop personnel in a highly cyclical industry environment.

Develop fabrication procedures and establish clear quality standards; implement robust Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) processes to ensure all work is compliant

Develop supply chain and procurement operations to support the fabrication facility

Work with Engineering to ensure an efficient method of drawing management is deployed, including methods to capture anomalies or errors in drawings and have them corrected

Champion a culture that is committed to maintaining the highest safety standards and adhering to all Company HSE policies

Focus on continuous improvement, identifying ways to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining the highest quality standards

Demonstrate strong problem solving skills; effectively work under pressure and establish a sense of urgency with time sensitive project deliverables

Implement and maintain preventive maintenance programs for facility assets

Oversee fabrication shop personnel and operations on a daily basis to provide work assignments and ensure materials are available for job completion

Coordinate the proper utilization of third party contractors and services

Maintain an appropriate level of spare and replacement parts inventory to support shop operations

Develop, manage, and report on all aspects of the facility budget

Provide timely reports on all shop projects with estimated completion time(s)

Evaluate and review shop personnel as required by company policy; review personnel assignments for work quality and follow-up with performance improvement

Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees of all backgrounds feel included and their contributions are valued

Make employment decisions in a manner consistent with all Company policies, including the Company’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Anti-Harassment Policy

Promptly address and resolve concerns and disputes among team members

Job Requirements

Knowledge and experience fabricating multiple types of structures, tanks, and other oilfield equipment

Effectively lead, manage, and develop employees to drive individual performance goals and ensure overall performance aligns with Company standards

Knowledge and familiarity with industry and quality standards (ISO, API, OSHA, AWS, ASQ)

Working knowledge of basic welding metallurgy and thermal heat treatment

Knowledge of Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)

Knowledge of procurement and supply chain management for sourcing of material

Strong computer skills within MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact productively with coworkers and third parties

Demonstrated ability in the following leadership competencies:

Builds and Maintains Effective Relationships

Develops Self and Others

Builds Effective Teams

Courageous Leadership

Managing Vision and Purpose

Business Acumen

Drive for Results

Customer focus

Decision Quality

Minimum Qualifications

HS Diploma or GED

7+ years of experience in a fabrication facility making heavy structural, piping, tanks, skids and pressure vessels, or relevant similar experience.

3+ years of supervisory experience over skilled and unskilled trade workers

Proven experience at reading fabrication drawings and ISOs

Must have and maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license and be eligible to drive Company vehicle including ability to meet requirements of Company’s Vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in industrial engineering, business administration or similar

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Experience in relevant fabrication skilled trades

Additional Details

The Shop Manager must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties. The typical work environment will be in the shop or field which will require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, working near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals, and airborne particles.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Provide day to day guidance, direction, and supervision to assigned personnel.

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