Operations Manager
Houston, Texas
Operations Manager
Full Time • Houston, Texas
Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Job Posting: Operations Manager
Company Overview
Northern Gulf Services (and its affiliated entities) is a fast-growing renewable fuel logistics and distribution company focused on aggregating, separating, and selling used cooking oil (UCO) along the Gulf Coast. We place collection bins at customer locations—including restaurants, stadiums, institutions, and food manufacturing facilities—to recover UCO and grease for environmental recycling. Our mission is to make a positive, sustainable impact on our local communities and the environment.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced, team-oriented Operations Manager based in Houston, Texas to lead our day-to-day processing and gathering activities. In this role, you will hold full operational ownership over our plant, warehouse, and logistics fleet. You will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and daily execution—managing personnel, maintaining safety compliance, optimizing schedules, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a decisive leader who excels at structured planning, quick problem-solving, and clear communication under pressure.
Key Responsibilities
1. Processing & Plant Operations
- Facility Oversight: Manage all plant, warehouse, and exterior yard spaces to ensure peak operational readiness.
- Maintenance & Improvements: Oversee ongoing plant maintenance, facility improvements, and equipment uptime.
- SOP Execution: Implement, enforce, and execute company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Safety & Quality Control: Promote a zero-tolerance culture for safety hazards and spills; guarantee outbound shipment quality and accurate logistics tracking.
- Asset & Inventory Management: Maintain strict tracking and reporting of all raw/finished materials, supplies, bins, and physical assets.
2. Gathering & Fleet Logistics
- Driver & Fleet Management: Directly oversee drivers, optimizing their schedules, performance, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Logistics Optimization: Establish, maintain, and continuously improve collection routes to align with the company’s broader growth strategy.
- Data Integrity: Ensure daily collection activities match gathering SOPs, and report all gathering data accurately and timely.
3. Operational Planning & Cadence
- Daily Execution: Create, communicate, and track the "Daily Mission Plan." Triage acute issues rapidly using holistic decision-making and clear stakeholder communication.
- Weekly Analysis: Debrief the current week's performance, forecast resource requirements for the upcoming week, manage inventory/expense reconciliation, and build contingencies for emergency calls or off-schedule requirements.
- Monthly & Quarterly Strategy: Support the General Manager (GM) with volume forecasting, equipment/personnel planning, financial reporting, and preventative maintenance (PM) scheduling.
4. Leadership, Team Building & Personnel Management
- Talent Lifecycle: Lead the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training of operations personnel.
- Performance Culture: Conduct regular personnel reviews, champion career development, and build strong team morale.
- Leadership Style: Provide direct mentorship, clear guidance, and candor to foster a highly accountable work environment.
Qualifications & Expectations
- Experience: Proven experience as an Operations Manager, Logistics Manager, Plant Manager, or comparable military leadership experience.
- Aptitude: Deep understanding of operational metrics, strategic planning, expense management, and mechanical/fleet maintenance systems.
- Core Competencies: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, exceptional time management, and the ability to think critically in high-pressure environments.
- Compliance: Valid Driver’s License (Required); TWIC Card (Preferred or willing to obtain).
- Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform necessary hands-on functions around the processing plant as needed.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 per year
- Variable Compensation: 20% annual bonus tied directly to hitting operational targets, paid out quarterly (up to $14,000 annually).
- Paid Time Off (PTO): 14 days per year, which encompasses all sick time and personal time.
- Health & Insurance Benefits: Eligible after 90 days of employment; includes comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.
- Future Incentives: Additional 401(k) options coming in 2027.
- Tools: Professional tools and necessary safety equipment provided.
Position & Individual Growth
Northern Gulf Services is expanding. Success in this role directly positions you for advanced leadership opportunities as the company establishes new territories, acquires new assets, and scales its structure.
To ensure your success, this position comes with a structured 100-day plan designed to guide your initial training, smooth your onboarding, and track your performance milestones.
- 6-Week Success Markers: Complete ownership of daily/weekly scheduling, seamless time management, and proactive implementation of localized analytical problem-solving.
- 6-Month Success Markers: Total decentralized command. You will have built a trusted, self-sustaining framework of decision-making, asset utilization, and cross-trained staff so that operations run flawlessly under your guidance.
Compensation: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
About Northern Gulf Services
Northern Gulf was founded in 2021 with a clear vision: to bring best-in-class processes, service, and people to the collection and recycling of fats and oils. Headquartered in Houston, TX, we are dedicated to serving the communities and industries throughout the Gulf. Our goal is to provide compliant and reliable services across the renewable fuel value chain.
Our Experience
While Northern Gulf is a young company, our team brings over 30 years of combined experience in energy, hospitality, and logistics. This extensive experience underpins our ability to deliver top-notch services and innovative solutions to our partners.
Company Values
At Northern Gulf, our core values define who we are and how we operate:
- Safety: We prioritize the safety of our employees, partners, and the communities we serve.
- People: We believe in building quality teams with like-minded individuals who share our commitment to excellence.
- Performance: We strive to get the job done right, at a high level, every time.
Consistency: We deliver consistent service and performance, ensuring reliability in every aspect of our operations.
Our Culture
Northern Gulf is a people-oriented organization. We take pride in building quality teams and partnering with restaurant owners, corporations, and fuel producers who prioritize their employees, customers, and the environment. Our collaborative approach ensures that we produce compliant, reliable, and sustainable renewable diesel and jet fuel.
Community Involvement
Giving back to the community is a cornerstone of Northern Gulf’s ethos. We are proud of our involvement with:
- Southern Smoke Foundation: Supporting those in the food and beverage industry in times of crisis.
- Sponsoring Little League Teams: We sponsor our employees' and their children's sports teams, fostering community spirit and engagement.
- New Orleans Jazz Fest: Participating in and supporting local cultural events.
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