Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Operations Manager

Cook's Building Supply | Decatur, AL

Mission

To lead Cook's Building Supply's rebar fabrication operation with discipline, urgency, and accountability—ensuring production stays on schedule, equipment remains operational, employees work safely, and customers receive quality products on time. This role is responsible for creating a high-performing operation through strong leadership, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Outcomes

Build a Reliable, High-Performing Operation

• Develop and execute a preventative maintenance program that achieves 95%+ equipment and fleet uptime within the first six months.

• Maintain equipment reliability through proactive maintenance planning and coordination.

• Minimize downtime while maximizing production capacity.

 Deliver Consistent On-Time Production

• Establish production performance benchmarks during the first month.

• Improve on-time production performance through measurable reductions in late orders.

• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality standards.

Improve Operational Efficiency

• Optimize production workflows utilizing ASA software.

• Increase throughput while reducing production bottlenecks.

• Improve output per labor hour through continuous process improvements.

• Identify and eliminate waste throughout the fabrication process.

Build and Maintain a World-Class Safety Culture

• Maintain zero recordable safety incidents through visible leadership.

• Reinforce OSHA-compliant work practices and safety training.

• Promote a culture where every employee takes ownership of workplace safety.

Develop a High-Performing Team

• Assess team capabilities within the first 60 days.

• Create coaching and performance improvement plans where needed.

• Recruit, hire, and onboard top talent as staffing needs arise.

Create Operational Accountability

• Establish daily production meetings, weekly planning sessions, and shift reviews.

• Develop clear production metrics and accountability systems.

Competencies

• Ownership Mentality

• Accountability

• Leadership

• Work Ethic

• Integrity

• Team Development

• Operational Excellence

• Communication

• Adaptability

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the rebar fabrication shop.

• Plan, prioritize, and oversee production schedules.

• Manage hiring, coaching, scheduling, and employee development.

• Ensure OSHA and company safety compliance.

• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs.

• Utilize ASA software to monitor production and operations.

• Monitor productivity, labor utilization, quality, and operational metrics.

• Drive continuous process improvement.

• Collaborate with sales, estimating, purchasing, and leadership.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 4 years of experience in rebar fabrication operations.

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or management experience.

• Strong understanding of rebar fabrication processes and production scheduling.

• Experience using ASA software or ability to become proficient quickly.

• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have)

• Structural steel, precast concrete, or heavy metal fabrication experience.

• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.

• OSHA safety leadership experience.

Cultural Fit (Non-Negotiables)

• Visible leader on the shop floor.

• Direct, honest communicator.

• Owns outcomes without excuses.

• Leads through work ethic and example.

• Committed to continuous improvement.

• Builds strong teams and develops others.

• Thrives in a results-driven environment.

Why Join Cook's Building Supply?

This is an opportunity to lead a well-established rebar fabrication operation while making a measurable impact on production, safety, and team performance. You'll have the autonomy to improve processes, build a stronger operation, develop employees, and help shape the future of one of North Alabama's leading building supply companies