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.