Operations Improvement Manager
Houston, TX
Category: Engineering
Reference ID: 10082122
Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/leItGg
Location: Houston, TX
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Fully Onsite
Compensation: $124K–$150K + annual bonus. Bonus is paid out throughout the year and is approximately 10–12% of salary.
Benefits Overview and Costs:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO
- 10 paid holidays
- Sick and vacation time
- Employees begin with 80 hours of sick time, accrued throughout the year
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an Operations Improvement Manager to lead continuous improvement and Lean initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities. This is a high-impact opportunity for a hands-on Continuous Improvement professional who enjoys identifying operational inefficiencies, developing solutions, and driving measurable improvements across a manufacturing environment.
This position will serve as an internal change agent, partnering with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Safety, Sales, Administration, and Executive Leadership to improve productivity, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.
This is currently an individual contributor position with no direct reports. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, influencing others without formal authority, and building the Continuous Improvement function from the ground up.
What You'll Do
- Lead the deployment and sustainment of a Lean Management System across multiple manufacturing locations.
- Develop and execute a multi-year Continuous Improvement strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
- Identify opportunities to improve plant productivity, quality, delivery, cost, and overall operational efficiency.
- Lead enterprise-wide Operational Excellence and Lean initiatives.
- Develop standardized Lean processes, systems, and best practices across manufacturing facilities.
- Facilitate hands-on Lean training for leaders and employees.
- Coach and influence cross-functional teams to drive sustainable process improvements.
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Safety, and leadership to implement improvements.
- Analyze processes, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions that create measurable results.
- Help establish and grow the organization's Continuous Improvement function.
- As the function expands, provide leadership, coaching, and functional direction to Lean Coordinators supporting manufacturing operations.
What We're Looking For
Required:
- Bilingual Spanish/English — required. A significant portion of the operations workforce is primarily Spanish-speaking.
- 5+ years of strong Continuous Improvement / Lean Manufacturing experience; approximately 10 years is ideal.
- Demonstrated experience driving continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt — required.
- Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, facilitation, and change-management skills.
- Comfortable spending significant time working directly with manufacturing operations and plant personnel.
Preferred:
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
- SAP experience.
- Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) certification.
- Lean Manufacturing certification.
- OSHA 30 certification.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business, or a related technical discipline.
Ideal Background
The ideal candidate is a hands-on Continuous Improvement / Lean professional rather than a traditional Plant Manager. You may have managed people previously, but this role is specifically designed for someone who enjoys being the person who finds the problems, develops the solution, and works directly with the organization to implement the change.
The biggest focus will be driving continuous improvement across multiple plants and creating a leaner, more efficient operation. This is an opportunity to build the function and make a meaningful impact on how the organization operates.
Work Schedule
This is a fully onsite Monday–Friday position based in Houston, TX.
The schedule offers flexibility around:
- 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
- 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is a newly created role with significant visibility and the opportunity to build and shape the Continuous Improvement function across a growing manufacturing organization. You'll have the autonomy to identify opportunities, develop solutions, partner with leadership, and directly influence operational performance across multiple facilities.
-
Sr. Category Manager
Houston, TX
Senior Category Manager – Construction Procurement Houston, TX Direct Hire $120,000–$135,000 DOE + Bonus Opportunity Monday–Friday | Full-Time | 100% Onsite | Approximately 10–15% Travel This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)...
Recommended
-
Lead Product Engineer
Broken Arrow, OK
Job Title: Lead Product Engineer Industry: Manufacturing / HVAC / Industrial Fabrication Location (city, state): Broken Arrow, OK Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: Up to $120,000 base salary + target bonus opportunity (10%, with potential up to 20%) Wo...
Recommended
-
MEP Project Executive
Houston Metro Area, Texas
Project Executive – MEP (Electrical & Mechanical) Location: Houston, Texas Compensation: $130,000 – $160,000 Role Summary Seeking an experienced Project Executive with 15+ years of commercial MEP construction experience to provide senior leadership acr...
Recommended
-
Warehouse Supervisor
Forney, TX
Warehouse Supervisor Forney, TX Direct Hire $80,000–$90,000 DOE Full-Time | Onsite Shift Options: 1st Shift: Wednesday–Saturday | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday | 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (External Warehouse) Th...
Recommended
-
MEP Project Manager
Houston Metro Area, Texas
Location: Houston, Texas Schedule: Onsite Monday–Friday with regional travel to customer sites Compensation: $100,000-$120,000 Role Overview The MEP Project Manager is responsible for driving and managing project-based sales opportunities across mechan...
Recommended
-
Purchasing Manager
Waukegan, IL
Title: Purchasing Manager Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt Schedule/Location: Onsite daily 8 am – 5 pm CT in Waukegan, IL Salary Range: $80,000 - $125,000 Position Overview The Purchasing Manager oversees and directs all procurement activities for ...
Recommended
-
Director of Safety
Houston, TX
Director of Safety About the Opportunity Our client is seeking an experienced safety leader to oversee health and safety initiatives across multiple operational sites. This individual will partner with executive leadership and field teams to strengthen...
Recommended
-
Floor Supervisor
Oklahoma City Metro Area, Oklahoma
Job Title: Floor Supervisor Industry: Automotive Manufacturing / Remanufacturing Location (city, state): Oklahoma City, OK Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $25–$27/hour Work Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM–2:30 PM | Onsite Benefits: This position is...
Recommended
-
Controls Project Manager
Houston, TX
Title: Controls Project Manager (Building Automation Systems) Location: Houston, TX Salary: $110-130k No sponsorship available Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, Retirement plan options, Ongoing training and professional development opport...
Recommended
-
Industrial Manufacturing Systems Engineer
Forney, TX
Job Title: Industrial Manufacturing Systems Engineer Industry: Advanced Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering Location (City, State): Forney, TX Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $85-100K Work Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday Benefits: This positio...
Recommended
-
Senior Distribution Leader
Irving, TX
Role: Senior Distribution Leader Location: Dallas, TX Pay: $180,000 – $250,000 / year Benefits: This role is eligible for comprehensive health benefits and 401(k) with a 6% employer match starting day one. A leading North American organization recogniz...
Recommended
-
Operations Monitoring Technician - Night Shift
Wichita, KS
Operations Monitoring Technician (Entry Level) Wichita, KS Direct Hire $25–$30/hour Full-Time | Onsite | 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Night Shift) This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) Our client is a well-established energy company w...
Recommended
-
Chemical Project Engineer
Ennis, TX
Role: Chemical Project Engineer Salary: $100,000-$120,000 / year+ 10% bonus Location: Ennis, TX Benefits: This role is eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401k. Key Responsibilities Lead multiple capital projects from initial scope development thr...
Recommended
-
Product Engineer
Oklahoma City Metro Area, Oklahoma
Job Title: Product Engineer Industry: Automotive Manufacturing / Remanufacturing Location (city, state): Oklahoma City, OK Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $77,000–$115,000 annually, depending on experience Work Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM–2:30 ...
Recommended
-
Director of Environment, Health, and Safety
Cypress, TX
Title: Director of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Status: Exempt/Direct Hire | Full-Time Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 Base Salary + Annual Bonus Location: Greater Houston, TX (Onsite) Position Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Di...
Recommended
-
Director of Procurement and Logistics
Navasota, TX
Director of Procurement and Logistics Employment Status: Full-Time Department: Operations Reports To: Vice President of Operations Location: Navasota, TX Compensation: $110,000–$130,000 annually Bonus: Performance-based bonus plan Position Overview A g...
Recommended
-
Field Service Engineer
Houston, TX
Position: Field Service Engineer – Marine Diesel Engines Location: Houston, TX Compensation: $40.00 - $50.00 / Hourly Benefits: medical, dental, vision, PTO Must be authorized to work in the United States. Position is not eligible for sponsorship. A le...
Recommended
-
Product Development Specialist
Sardis, MS
Title: Product Development Specialist Status: Exempt, Full-Time Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 Location: Sardis, MS General Overview Our client is seeking a highly organized and hands-on Product Development Specialist to support product innovation, laborato...
Recommended
-
IT Business Analyst
Houston, TX
Title IT Business Analyst Location - Houston Metro - on-site Salary 130k + medical, dental, life, PTO and eligible for discretionary bonus Our client, a well established organization based in the Houston market place is seeking a IT Functional Analyst ...
Recommended
-
Senior Controls Technician
Houston, TX
Title: Senior Controls Technician (Building Automation Systems) Location: Dallas TX, San Antonio TX and Houston TX Salary: $95,000 - $115,000 / year Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States. Position is not eligible for spons...
Recommended
-
BAS Controls Installation Technician
Houston, TX
Title: BAS Controls Installation Technician (Building Automation Systems) Location: Houston, TX Salary: $85k - $95k Sponsorship: Position is not eligible for sponsorship. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Visio...
Recommended
-
BAS Service Technician
Houston, TX
Title: BAS Service Technician (Building Automation Systems) Location: Houston, TX Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 / Annually Position is not eligible for sponsorship. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, L/S Ter...
Recommended
-
Second Shift Production Supervisor
Broken Arrow, OK
Job Title: Second Shift Production Supervisor Industry: Manufacturing Location (city, state): Broken Arrow, Oklahoma Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $35–$40 per hour, depending on experience. This role offers significant overtime and typically averag...
Recommended
-
Service Manager
Vernon Hills, IL
Title: Service Manager Onsite: Monday-Friday Location: Northwest Suburbs - Chicagoland Salary: $90,000-$110,000 + Bonus Benefits: Healthcare, Dental, PTO, 401k Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead all service operatio...
Recommended
-
Assembler (Test Technician)
Milwaukee Metro Area, Wisconsin
Role: Advanced Assembler/ High Voltage Test Technician Location: Franklin, Wisconsin — 100% Onsite Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM Overtime: Approximately 2–3 Fridays per month Pay: $26 - $28.50 / hour + eligibility for annual incentive bonu...
Recommended
-
Cybersecurity Network Engineer
Houston, TX
Role: Cybersecurity / Network Engineer Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid) Pay Range: $120,000 - $125,000 / year Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401(k) About the Role We are seeking a Cybersecurity / Network Engineer to t...
Recommended
-
Director of IT - Logistics- Tecsys, 3PL, WMS
Coppell, TX
Director of IT Location: Coppell, TX Schedule: Monday–Friday | Fully Onsite Compensation: $160,000–$200,000 base + potential 10% bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) program 13 days of combined vacation/sick time during years 1–5 11 paid ...
Recommended
-
Senior Automation & Controls Engineer
Forney, TX
Job Title: Senior Automation & Controls Engineer Location (City, State): Forney, TX Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $125-140K Work Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). About ...
Recommended
-
Total Rewards Manager
Houston, TX
Location: Houston, TX (Downtown) Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite Compensation: Target Base Salary up to $130,000 + Annual Bonus A growing, multi-location organization is seeking a Total Rewards Manager to lead benefits, compensation, compliance, and emp...
Recommended
-
Cloud & Systems Administrator
Houston, TX
Role: Cloud & Systems Administrator Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid) Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 / year Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401(k) About the Role We are seeking a Cloud & Systems Administrator to support t...
Recommended