Manufacturing Manager

Blue Spark Energy Inc.

. Lead all manufacturing, repair, and maintenance operations at Blue Spark’s Houston facility .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive leadership in manufacturing operations, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency. Proven ability to implement continuous improvement strategies and manage cross-functional teams to optimize production and supply chain processes.

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Senior Leadership ExperienceManufacturing Operations ManagementContinuous Improvement StrategiesOperational Budget ManagementCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing PlanningProduction SchedulingQuality Management Systems (QMS)Lean ManufacturingInventory ControlRoot-Cause AnalysisOperational ExcellenceCost OptimizationERP SystemsSafety Compliance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

ERP Systems

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingEnergyEngineeringIndustrial OperationsSafety Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyERPSpark

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all manufacturing, repair, and maintenance operations at Blue Spark’s Houston facility
Provide strategic direction to the manufacturing planning team
Lead day-to-day manufacturing, repair, assembly, and testing operations
Develop production schedules to meet customer demand and business objectives
Ensure products are built safely, efficiently, and according to engineering specifications
Manage manufacturing capacity planning and production forecasting
Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks
Establish and maintain quality management processes aligned with the QMS
Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and customer requirements
Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing, repair, assembly, and testing issues
Monitor KPIs for quality, yield, rework, scrap, and delivery performance
Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Implement best practices in workflow design, inventory control, and shop-floor efficiency
Develop standard operating procedures and work instructions
Lead operational excellence projects focused on safety, reliability, cost reduction, and productivity
Lead and develop the supply chain team
Oversee procurement, sourcing, logistics, supplier qualification, selection, and performance
Ensure timely availability of materials and parts
Monitor inventory levels and optimize inventory turns
Ensure accurate production, procurement, and inventory reporting within ERP systems
Promote a strong safety culture throughout manufacturing operations
Ensure compliance with company, local, state, and federal safety requirements
Lead risk assessments and corrective actions for manufacturing activities
Report to the Chief Technology Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven senior leadership experience in operational roles, with at least 10 years in progressively responsible positions
Experience managing operational budgets, forecasting costs, and driving cost optimization initiatives across multiple departments
Track record of leading cross-functional teams across multiple locations
Deep experience in manufacturing, energy, engineering, or industrial operations where safety, quality, and operational efficiency are critical
Ability to drive continuous improvement strategies and operational improvement opportunities
Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across Blue Spark functions and work effectively at all levels of the organization
Ability to work onsite at the Houston, TX facility
Regular shop-floor presence requiring compliance with PPE and site safety requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive workplace committed to diverse perspectives and inclusive practices
Flexible work schedule may be available to meet changing production and operational demands