Developmental Operations Manager

2551 Valmont Dr Brenham Texas 77833-5418

Why Valmont

We're Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

Accelerate Your Manufacturing Leadership Career

We are seeking a driven manufacturing leader who is ready to take the next step toward Plant Manager-level responsibility.

As a Developmental Operations Manager, you will lead daily manufacturing operations while working directly with senior leadership to develop the operational, financial, and people leadership skills needed to manage a manufacturing facility. This role offers a unique combination of hands-on operations management and structured leadership development, providing a clear pathway to future site leadership opportunities within Valmont.

Successful candidates should be ambitious, results-oriented, and willing to relocate for future advancement opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Partner with the Senior Plant Manager to achieve safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost objectives
• Provide leadership and assists in the develop of frontline supervisors and production teams
• Execute production schedules and capacity plans to meet customer commitments
• Monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions to improve results
• Drive accountability, employee engagement, and operational excellence across assigned departments
• Utilize operational and financial data to improve plant performance and decision-making
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives
• Assists with continuous improvement activities, including lean initiatives and Kaizen events
• Assist with capital projects, operational improvements, and strategic business initiatives
• Travel to other facilities to support operational needs, share best practices, and broaden leadership experience

Why This Role Is Different

This position is designed to prepare high-potential leaders for broader operational responsibility.

Over time, you will gain experience in:

• Manufacturing Operations
• Financial Management and Cost Control
• Human Resources and Employee Development
• Safety and Environmental Compliance
• Continuous Improvement
• Capital Project Execution
• Business Planning and P&L Management

The long-term expectation is that successful candidates will be prepared to transition into larger leadership opportunities, including managing their own manufacturing facility.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive starting salary of $104,900 - $131,100
• 10% Annual STIP (Discretionary Bonus)
• Leadership development and mentoring opportunities
• Exposure to senior operational leaders
• Defined pathway toward future site leadership positions
• Comprehensive benefits package

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of relevant manufacturing experience; OR
• Associate's degree and 8+ years of relevant manufacturing experience; OR
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
• Supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience managing production performance and employee development
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive business results
• Experience applying lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
• Ability to travel 10-15%
• Ability and willingness to relocate in the future

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations
• Previous P&L responsibility
• Capital project management experience
• Knowledge of OSHA, environmental regulations, and labor standards
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Strong analytical and financial acumen

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

This position is based in both a manufacturing and office environment and requires regular interaction with employees on the production floor.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise, grease, fumes, and other industrial conditions
• Frequent movement between office and production environments
• Fast-paced operation with changing priorities and deadlines
• Approximately 10-15% travel required

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the facility
• Occasional bending, reaching, climbing stairs, and navigating manufacturing equipment areas
• Occasional lifting of materials or equipment up to 15 pounds
• Ability to work at a computer workstation for extended periods
• Ability to observe production activities and review detailed reports and operational data

Computer Systems

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Workday
• Workforce
• ADP
• VisualShop

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for more than a traditional operations management role and want a clear path toward future Plant Manager and site leadership opportunities, we'd like to hear from you.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.