Top 187 Lean manager Jobs in Fort Worth, Tx

Weld Department Production Manager
WHIP INDUSTRIES, INC. —Fort Worth, TX
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- ERP systems
- English
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
7d
Continuous Improvement Manager
Refresco —Fort Worth, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Windows
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
Continuous Improvement-Lean Manager
SkyChefs —Dallas, TX
- $87,731.91 - $90,000.00 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Windows
- 3 years
Quick Apply
Continuous Improvement Manager
OtterBase —Fort Worth, TX
- $120,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Senior level
Quick Apply
5h
Operations Manager
Multi-Color Corporation —Fort Worth, TX
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Engineering
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Manager, Assistant Plant
Ball Corporation —Fort Worth, TX
- $115,000 - $164,300 a year
- Customer service
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Relocation assistance
Quick Apply
14d
Supply Chain Planning Manager
Medtronic —Fort Worth, TX
- $117,600 - $176,400 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Employee stock purchase plan
Program Manager AI Adoption & Enablement (Remote Opportunity)
First American Mortgage Solutions, LLC —Irving, TX
- $112,400 - $149,800 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Marketing
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
14d
Program Manager - Level 4
Lockheed Martin Corporation —Fort Worth, TX
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- SQL
- SharePoint
- Senior level
- Paid jury duty
- Paid holidays
13d
Processing Operations Manager
Charter Dura-Bar, Inc. —Fort Worth, TX
- $90,200 - $112,700 a year
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Manager Process Excellence
GM Financial —Fort Worth, TX
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Office
- 3 years
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
Department Manager - Fort Worth, TX
Pella Corporation —Fort Worth, TX
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Budgeting
- Senior level
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Corporate Quality Assurance Manager
Winholt Equipment —Grand Prairie, TX
- $100,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
8d
Manufacturing Designer
GNB Global Inc. —Rhome, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- US work authorization
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
9d
Quality Manager
Leoforce —Mansfield, TX
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Management
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
14d
Manager, Continuous Improvement
Quest Diagnostics —Irving, TX
- $110,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Operational Excellence Manager
Multi-Color Corporation —Fort Worth, TX
- Up to $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Senior Consultant
The Gunter Group —Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
- $130,000 - $170,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- Travel
- POS
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Business Development Director, C4 Advanced Mission Solutions (AMS)
BAE Systems Inc. —Arlington, TX
- $153,377 - $260,743 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
- Computer skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Manufacturing Floor Manager
Compressed Air Systems, LLC —Mansfield, TX
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply

I want to receive the latest job alert for lean manager in fort worth, tx

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

lean manager jobs near fort worth, tx

Program Manager jobs in Irving, TX

Program Manager jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Process Manager jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Operations Manager jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Continuous Improvement Manager jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Supply Chain Manager jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Position F 35 Program jobs in Arlington, Va

Program Manager jobs in Louisville, Ky

Program Manager jobs in Holland, Mi

Program Manager jobs in Houston, Tx

Supply Chain Manager jobs in Atlanta, Ga

Physical Therapy Internship Program jobs in Salt Lake City, Ut

Program Manager jobs in Sunnyvale, Ca

Program Manager jobs in Salt Lake City, Ut

Construction Project Manager jobs in Savannah, Ga

Program Manager jobs in Georgia

Program Manager jobs in Baltimore, Md

Program Manager jobs in Lynchburg, Va

Operational Manager jobs in Zeeland, Mi

Senior Product Manager jobs in Austin, Tx

Weld Department Production Manager

WHIP INDUSTRIES, INC.
Fort Worth, TX

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $85,000 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Spanish
English
High school diploma or GED
Team development
Training & development
Production troubleshooting

Full Job Description

Job Title: Weld Department Production Manager

Department: Manufacturing / Fabrication
Reports To: Production Manager / Operations Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt / Non-Exempt (as applicable)

Position Summary

The Weld Department Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all welding department operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. This role combines strong knowledge of welding with leadership, scheduling, capacity planning, and administrative responsibilities. The Weld Department Production Manager utilizes company resources at his disposal to develop welding processes and procedures, coach and develop employees, and ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

Supervise, coach, and develop welding personnel across all skill levels
Assign work, set priorities, and ensure adequate staffing to meet production schedules
Ensure employees are trained on welding techniques, equipment use, safety practices, and quality standards through department leadership and personal involvement.
Evaluate employee performance and support skill development, certifications, and cross-training
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Welding Operations & Technical Oversight

Oversee welding processes including Stick (SMAW), MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), and robotic welding
Develop, improve, and standardize welding procedures and work instructions
Develop where possible and collaborate with Engineering to design/modify fixtures and jigs to improve accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency
Ensure that weld quality meets customer requirements, engineering drawings, and applicable codes through the use of Quality Control personnel, weld shop lead, and personal observation
Read and interpret technical drawings, weld symbols, and weld specifications
Support new product introductions and prototype builds

Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with AWS, CWB, and applicable welding codes and standards
Support weld inspections, audits, and corrective actions
Maintain welding procedure specifications (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR), and welder qualifications
Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to resolve weld defects and root causes

Scheduling, Capacity Planning & Production Control

Execute daily, weekly, and manage long-term welding schedules
Perform capacity planning to align labor, equipment, and workload with production demand
Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve throughput and efficiency
Communicate with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, and Shipping to meet delivery commitments

Administrative & Systems Responsibilities

Accurately track labor, production output, and work order status
Maintain documentation including training records, certifications, schedules, and production reports
Utilize manufacturing software, ERP systems, scheduling tools, and spreadsheets
Communicate effectively with administrative, planning, and leadership teams
Support cost control initiatives related to labor, consumables, scrap, and rework

Safety

Enforce all safety policies and procedures
Conduct safety training and toolbox talks
Ensure proper use of PPE, welding equipment, and material handling tools

Preferred Qualifications

Prior supervisory or lead experience in a welding or fabrication environment
AWS or CWB Welding Certification (strongly preferred)
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) or CWB Supervisor credential
Experience with robotic welding systems
Skilled in recognizing the need for fixture and jig development and collaborating with Engineering team to achieve. Ability to create effective fixturing on the fly to achieve consistently conforming weldments
Strong knowledge of Stick, MIG, and TIG welding processes
Proven ability to develop efficient, repeatable welding processes
Experience training and developing welders at multiple skill levels
Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred

Critical Operational Focus: Weld Runtime, Fit-Up, and Fixturing

This role is a key driver of operational improvement within the welding department. A primary expectation of the Weld Department Production Manager is to significantly improve weld run time, fit-up accuracy, and fixturing effectiveness to increase throughput, reduce rework, and improve overall manufacturing efficiency.

Weld Runtime Optimization

Analyze current weld run times versus standard or estimated times
Identify inefficiencies caused by process variation, poor joint prep, excessive repositioning, or non-value-added steps
Develop and implement standardized welding sequences, parameters, and techniques to reduce cycle time without compromising quality
Work closely with Engineering and Production to establish realistic labor standards and repeatable processes

Fit-Up Improvement

Drive consistent, accurate fit-up to reduce weld defects, distortion, and rework
Identify root causes of poor fit-up including tolerance stack-ups, material variation, and upstream fabrication issues
Establish clear fit-up standards and visual work instructions
Train welders and fitters on proper fit-up techniques and expectations

Fixturing & Repeatability

Lead the development, and continuous improvement of fixtures and jigs that ensure:
Proper alignment and repeatability
Reduced setup time
Improved ergonomics and safety
Consistent weld quality across shifts and operators
Evaluate existing fixtures for effectiveness and redesign as needed to support production volume and accuracy

Measurable Outcomes & Accountability

Reduce overall weld cycle time per part or assembly
Improve first-pass yield and reduce scrap and rework
Increase throughput and labor efficiency within the welding department
Improve schedule adherence through predictable and repeatable welding operations

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Scheduling to ensure designs, tolerances, and fixtures support efficient welding
Provide feedback to upstream processes to eliminate recurring fit-up issues before parts reach welding

Additional Industry-Standard Requirements

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles/continuous improvement and implementation
Knowledge of manufacturing KPIs (throughput, efficiency, scrap, rework, labor utilization)
Support ISO, customer audits, or regulated manufacturing environments
Ability to troubleshoot equipment, processes, and workflow issues
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Technology & Software Proficiency

Comfortable using ERP/MRP systems, scheduling software, and production tracking tools
Proficient with basic office software (email, spreadsheets, documentation tools)
Ability to work closely with administrative and planning teams using digital systems

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
May require standing, walking, lifting, and occasional hands-on welding support
Ability to wear appropriate PPE

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CWB or AWS certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

lean manager jobs in fort worth, tx

Weld Department Production Manager

Continuous Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement-Lean Manager

Continuous Improvement Manager

Operations Manager

Manager, Assistant Plant

Supply Chain Planning Manager

Program Manager AI Adoption & Enablement (Remote Opportunity)

Program Manager - Level 4

Processing Operations Manager

Manager Process Excellence

Department Manager - Fort Worth, TX

Corporate Quality Assurance Manager

Manufacturing Designer

Quality Manager

Manager, Continuous Improvement

Operational Excellence Manager

Senior Consultant

Business Development Director, C4 Advanced Mission Solutions (AMS)

Manufacturing Floor Manager

I want to receive the latest job alert for lean manager in fort worth, tx

Related Searches

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected