Operations Manager

Overview

At Triple-S Steel we live and work by our core values. Since our inception over 50 years ago, we have followed three basic principles that are the foundation of our success: 

From a small family retail operation in Houston, our business has expanded across the US and S. America to sell over 1 Million tons per year . We supply steel for bridges, stadiums, barges and large buildings but one thing will always remain the same: We treat our customers and employees like family. 

We are seeking a motivated Operations Manager to join our business. The Operations Manager oversees the safe receipt, storage, retrieval and timely delivery of materials, product and services to the Intsel Steel customers. He/she ensures Workplace Health and Safety requirements are met and maintained according to Federal, State and Local laws, along with all company issued training. The Operations Manager is also accountable and responsible for the security of the assets in the office and warehouse. 

Our company offers great benefits, from tuition reimbursement to training and development opportunities. We also offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, commuter, long-term disability and group life insurance programs. Come join our team!

jeanine.moore@sss-steel.com

Salary Range: $75,000.00-$90,000.00

Job Closes: 8/30/2026

Responsibilities

• Manages all plant distribution efforts to ensure that product is delivered in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Ensures standards for product quality, equipment, and operator performance are maintained and that cost-effective technology is used to maximize capabilities. Ensures fixed assets are preserved. Initiates recommendations on purchases of new equipment and improvements to plant property.
• Develops, monitors, and reports on operating costs within functional areas. Alerts management of cost and labor over run. Makes recommendations and implements solutions to problems related to same.
• Ensures orders are fulfilled according to specifications and quality standards are met. Develops and ensures compliance with Quality processes that will meet or exceed customer standards.
• Advises supervisors on labor issues including safety, security, employee relations, scheduling, training, etc. Ensures supervisors are adhering to company policy and administering practices in fair and equitable manner.
• Manages budget and controls expenses effectively.
• Hires, trains, develops and appraises staff effectively. Takes corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Consults with human resources as appropriate.
• Keeps up-to-date on information and technology affecting functional area(s) to increase innovation and ensure compliance.
• Key member of the site leadership team. Provides consistent site leadership for operations.
• Develops department goals and leads continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as a change agent in building efficiency into operations processes that will drive yearly productivity improvements.
• Determines cadence and operating rhythm for quarterly site operations reviews.
• Revises objectives and plans in accordance with current business conditions.
• Provides direction to the Operations Team to include setting and monitoring targets.
• Plans and manages the expense and capital budgets within the Operations function.
• Effectively communicate with sales and other departments within the branch to ensure proper customer satisfaction is met.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position is directly responsible for leading all operations leadership of the division.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws to include OSHA, DOT, and other corporate safety programs.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:• Minimum, BS or BA degree in business, industrial engineering, distribution or related field• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in distribution/production• Minimum five (5) years of experience in management/supervisory position• Knowledge of industrial engineering, human resources laws and regulations, and employee relations skills.• Experience managing other managers

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:• Problem solving.• Business Acumen.• Change Agent.• Collaboration Skills.• Communication Proficiency.• Decision Making.• Initiative.• Leadership.• Problem Solving/Analysis.• Results Driven.• IT literate, Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, ERP system• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Organizational skills, able to handle multiple priorities and results orientated• Knowledge of commercial and employment law applicable to position