Operations Manager (Pampa, TX)
AI Summary
The Operations Manager will lead daily activities across manufacturing, overhaul, and test loop areas to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. They are responsible for managing team performance, optimizing processes, and aligning operational output with customer requirements.
Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing or facilities management, preferably within the oil and gas industry. Proficiency in inventory systems, project management, and strong leadership capabilities are essential for this hands-on role.
Job Details
Key Skills
Description
Lead Operations. Drive Performance. Deliver Results
We are seeking a results-driven Operations Manager to lead and execute day to day operations across our manufacturing, test loop and overhaul areas. This role is responsible for people, performance, and process - ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes ownership of outcomes.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Lead daily operations across manufacturing, overhaul/teardown, test loop
- Manage and develop team members
- Ensure work is completed safely, on time, and to quality standards
- Plan and prioritize workload, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Drive accountability, execution, and performance across teams
- Monitor and report on key metrics (output, efficiency, quality, safety)
- Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements
- Partner with sales and leadership to align operations with customer needs
- Support a culture of ownership, safety, and continuous improvement
Key Traits For Success
- Ownership mindset — follows through and gets results
- Strong communicator — sets clear expectations
- Leader — develops people and drives accountability
- Problem solver — addresses issues quickly and effectively
- Results-oriented — focused on output, efficiency, and quality
If you are a leader who takes ownership, drives execution, and builds high-performing teams—we want to talk with you!
Requirements
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or facilities management, preferably in the oil and gas industry
- Prefer knowledge of welding, overhaul/teardown, and compressor systems.
- Proficiency in inventory systems and basic project management skills
- Experience leading operations in industrial, oil & gas, fabrication, or service environments
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to set expectations and hold teams accountable
- Hands-on, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly
- Strong communication and team alignment skills
- Focus on both execution and continuous improvement
- Ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, as needed to meet production deadlines or respond to facility needs.
About Midwest Compressor Systems LLC dba LRS
Midwest Compressor Systems is a natural gas compressor company. Our team is made up of skilled, trained people who install, manage, and maintain the gas compression units for our customers. From repairing functional issues, complete overhauls, selling and leasing, Midwest Compressor is your one stop shop.