A well-established company specializing in livestock management solutions is seeking an Operations Manager to join the team. This is a great opportunity to help grow the US operations of a successful global organization, requiring excellent personnel management skills and a proven track record in the manufacturing industry. The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily running of the site, from administration to production and dispatch.

Salary: $95,000-$100,000
Location: Houston, TX 77041
Type of Position: Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily running of the facility.
• Plan, organize, and direct both the administration and production teams.
• Manage stocking levels.
• Monitor production standards.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and procedures.
• Manage and monitor safety conditions to ensure full compliance.
• Drive any required process changes and improve efficiency.
• Responsible for training, development and motivation of employees to promote peak performance.
• Communicate with senior management in the UK.
• Prepare all required reports.
• Maintain customer satisfaction.
• Oversee accounts receivable, including client invoicing and collections, as needed.
• Duties may change, and the Operations Manager may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Business Management, Industrial Distribution, Engineering or related discipline preferred
• High school diploma or GED Required
• 5+ years of manufacturing/operations management experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Detail-oriented and consistent in the execution of job duties
• Strong verbal and communication skills
• Effective leadership and interpersonal skills
• Capable of being adaptable and flexible
• Well-developed analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to lead teams through example
• Proficiency in the use of software, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Understand lean manufacturing principles
• Knowledge of agricultural industry (preferred)
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 QMS (preferred)