Manufacturing Operations Manager

About the Role

At Chart Industries, we design and build advanced cryogenic equipment, solving complex problems as a team. Our customers bring us challenges, and we create solutions from concept to commissioning across industries like aerospace, clean energy, food and beverage, and more. As the Manufacturing Operations Manager in Stafford, TX, you will oversee daily operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure high-quality products that meet customer and business expectations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily planning, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and service activities to meet customer and business expectations.
• Ensure effective use of materials, equipment, and personnel to produce quality products at minimum costs.
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain a health and safety environment by implementing Howden HSE procedures and standards.
• Deploy a continuous improvement culture to meet customer and business demands.
• Manage rebuild and manufacturing projects to meet internal and external customer specifications and Aftermarket requirements.
• Oversee execution activities, including parts and rebuilds, ensuring on-time delivery with required scope, quality, and supply.
• Support business development opportunities in new markets aligned with business objectives.
• Implement appropriate reporting, financial, and operational controls, including KPIs, to measure and protect business interests.
• Communicate effectively with staff and uphold compliance with company policies, procedures, and business issues.
• Maintain communication with the Aftermarket team regarding project deliverables, customer requirements, and product development.
• Act as a contractual liaison between company associates and customers, ensuring timely review and approval of variations.
• Manage inventory to meet customer ordering needs and adjust inventory levels as directed.
• Develop talent within your department and work directly with HR on employee relations.
• Travel approximately 10% of the time, primarily to Chart Aftermarket sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Experience as a plant manager with P&L responsibility.
• 10 years of management experience in a business, manufacturing, and/or assembly environment.
• Hands-on experience implementing continuous improvement processes.
• Knowledge of manufacturing performance indicators such as productivity, utilization, and efficiency.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations, including production principles (capacity planning and plant loading), inventory management, quality systems, and purchasing functions.
• Mature understanding of financial principles.
• Strong interpersonal skills—active listener, clear and concise communicator (both oral and written).
• Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with employees.
• Motivational leader and effective manager.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and people simultaneously.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and product testing.
• Experience with compliance to ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Experience with rotating and/or gas and air handling equipment.
• 5 years of experience managing the servicing of highly engineered equipment and products.
• A solid understanding of the product offerings of Chart & Howden’s customer base.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer contributions to an HSA account.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance with the option to purchase supplemental coverage for individuals, spouses, and dependent children.
• Up to two weeks of paid parental leave.
• 401k retirement savings plan with a company match.