Vice President, Operations

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases

. Lead and manage multiple global fabrication centers, including manufacturing operations and supply chain management .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesLead💰 $250,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing global fabrication operations, focusing on safety, quality, and cost control while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. Proficient in supply chain management and strategic planning to optimize production efficiency and resource utilization.

Highest-signal resume keywords

P&L ResponsibilityLean ManufacturingSupply Chain ManagementMetal FabricationOperational Excellence

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing OperationsProduction MethodsBudget DevelopmentData-Driven ApproachesQuality SystemsSafety ManagementResource AllocationVendor ManagementContract EvaluationProject Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsWritten Communication SkillsTeam Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeMRP SoftwareERP SoftwareScheduling Software

Industry Keywords

Fabrication CentersGlobal OperationsProduction InnovationContinuous ImprovementOperational Methodologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage multiple global fabrication centers, including manufacturing operations and supply chain management
Oversee safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and lean manufacturing initiatives
Manage the profit and loss of the fabrication centers
Align operational methodologies across the group using data-driven approaches for consistency, efficiency, and repeatability
Drive customer service, global teamwork and collaboration, execution focus, production innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
Lead operations involving metal fabrication and welding with stainless steel and aluminum
Review global manufactured-product rationalization and recommend manufacturing strategy to leadership
Work with Sales, Engineering, and Project Management to optimize production capacity and meet budgets and schedules
Identify and implement changes to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs
Establish production standards and develop budget and cost controls
Obtain and use strategic data regarding product types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates
Direct or recommend manufacturing process plans covering personnel, safety, purchasing, subcontracting, IT, facilities, tooling, and equipment
Coordinate manufacturing activities with organizational functions and suppliers to optimize production and resource utilization
Optimize the supply chain through localization, verticalization, strategic agreements, economies of scale, and related initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree preferred in engineering, engineering management, operations management, or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience managing industrial equipment fabrication, including P&L responsibility, meeting project budgets, and schedule commitments
High regard for quality and safety systems
Ability to manage a team of safety and quality experts
Experience operating multiple production facilities domestically and internationally preferred
Knowledge and/or experience in Supply Chain Management is a plus
Good commercial and technical acumen
Knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of resources
Knowledge of Supply Chain operations and experience developing vendor, contractor, and service-provider management programs
Knowledge of reviewing contracts and agreements and evaluating proposals with legal and technical teams
Written communication skills
Analytical skills
Organizational skills
Interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, MRP/ERP software, and scheduling software
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, work independently, and be detail-oriented and thorough

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus opportunity
Equal opportunity employment commitment
Inclusive workplace environment