Processing Operations Manager

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.  Join the team and become part of our family!

Are you a hands-on operations leader who thrives in fast-paced metals processing environment? We’re seeking a Processing Operations Manager to lead our site in Fort Worth.

Location: 2320 Pecan Court Fort Worth, TX 76117

Shift: 1st shift | Monday - Friday

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and manage all processing operations across the entire site and all shifts.

• Plan and schedule labor, equipment, and resources to meet production and delivery targets.

• Oversee facility, machinery, and equipment maintenance to ensure uptime and compliance.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean / Six Sigma principles.

• Establish and track KPIs, performance metrics, and operational dashboards.

• Balance supply and demand while maximizing production efficiency.

• Partner with Sales to align operations with customer expectations and delivery schedules.

• Manage customer interactions related to corrective actions and operational requests.

• Lead safety programs, including accident investigations, audits, housekeeping, and corrective actions.

• Identify and implement improved handling, storage, and quality assurance methods.

• Develop and manage capital improvement projects from justification through execution.

• Prepare and present operational reports to leadership and key stakeholders.

• Mentor, coach, and develop supervisors and hourly teams—setting performance expectations and enforcing company policies.

• Ensure full compliance with Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management Systems.

What you Bring:

• Associate degree, technical school certification, or equivalent experience.

• 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with Oracle EBS and/or Oracle Transportation Management (OTM).

• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across functions.

• Solid knowledge of warehouse and processing operations.

• Technical understanding of manufacturing processes, layouts, workflow, and production equipment.

• Experience working with Sales, Customers, and Suppliers.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (operational, financial, and data-driven).

• Comfort working with ambiguity and driving execution through change.

Nice to haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.

• 3+ years of leadership or management experience in manufacturing.

• Self-starter who thrives with minimal supervision.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Oracle-based systems.

• Lean / Six Sigma training or certification.

Ready to lead operations, build strong teams, and drive results? Apply today and become a key leader.

The annual hiring range for this position is: $90,200-$112,700. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on various factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and qualifications. Compensation decisions are tailored to the unique circumstances of each position and candidate. Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).