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Worley

Manufacturing Operations Assistant Manager

Worley, Odessa, Texas, United States, 79767

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Manufacturing Operations Assistant Manager Building on our past. Ready for the future.

Play an integral role in advancing the future of sustainable manufacturing at Worley. As an

Manufacturing Operations Assistant Manager , you will help drive the safe, efficient, and high‑performance delivery of our day‑to‑day operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll work closely with production teams, supply chain, and site leadership to ensure that schedules, quality, and safety standards are consistently achieved. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments and take pride in helping teams perform at their best, this opportunity is designed for you.

Purpose of the Role You will be responsible for supporting the Manufacturing Operations Manager in leading daily site operations—bridging the gap between strategy and execution. This means coordinating fabrication activities, managing frontline teams, and ensuring that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and sustainably. You’ll also play a key role in identifying improvement opportunities, ensuring material availability, and fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability that aligns with Worley’s mission of delivering sustainable solutions for a better world.

Core Responsibilities

Leadership and Culture Support

Support the Manufacturing Operations Manager in providing daily leadership for cross‑functional production teams.

Promote a culture built on safety, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Lead by example—encouraging engagement, accountability, and high performance across all levels.

Operational Execution and Oversight

Assist in managing the full production lifecycle—from material staging through fabrication, assembly, and preparation for field deployment.

Monitor operations to ensure alignment with production schedules, specifications, and quality expectations.

Identify and resolve bottlenecks to maintain steady operational flow.

Data and Performance Tracking

Support the collection and reporting of key operational metrics, such as productivity, material usage, throughput rates, and safety performance.

Provide actionable insights to help leadership make informed, data‑driven decisions.

Team Coordination and Workforce Planning

Coordinate staffing, shift scheduling, and task assignments across production areas.

Work with supervisors and craft leads to align resources with project needs.

Support onboarding, training, and mentoring programs to strengthen team capability.

Inventory and Material Flow Management

Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with procurement and logistics to ensure material availability.

Assist in resolving supply chain issues that could impact production timelines.

Process Optimization and Compliance

Support implementation of standard operating procedures that drive consistency, safety, and efficiency.

Collaborate with HSE and Quality teams to ensure compliance with all regulatory and internal standards.

Participate in audits, inspections, and incident reviews as needed.

Stakeholder and Field Coordination

Help facilitate communication between fabrication and installation teams for seamless project handovers.

Prepare performance updates and operational summaries for key stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement and Sustainability

Contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives that reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Integrate sustainable manufacturing practices into everyday activities, aligned with Worley’s sustainability goals.

What You’ll Bring To The Role

Degree or diploma in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred (equivalent hands‑on experience considered).

3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.

Proven ability to coordinate teams, inspire collaboration, and lead with integrity.

Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, logistics, and material management systems.

Familiarity with lean principles, safety practices, and quality systems.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational data and drive improvement.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.

Alignment with Worley’s core values—safety, sustainability, inclusion, and excellence.

Benefits Feel the energy at Worley with access to a range of benefits including: paid‑time off, holiday pay (usually 8 per year in the US), and eligibility to participate in the medical, life, dental, and vision insurance plans, as well as a 401K plan.

Apply Today If you’re ready to help shape the next chapter of sustainable manufacturing—and want to grow within a global company that values your contribution— we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step toward a career that truly makes an impact.

About Us At Worley, we deliver sustainable solutions that transform industries and shape a better future. Our people are our strength—creative thinkers, problem solvers, and builders who care deeply about delivering results that matter. From concept to completion, we work side‑by‑side with customers to help them meet ambitious goals safely, efficiently, and responsibly. Join us and be part of a global team driving real‑world change.

Diversity & Inclusion We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

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