Service Operation Manager
TranterHouston, Texas, United States
Posted February 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Tranter is a global engineering and manufacturing group dedicated to thermal management across process industries, district heating, and building envelopes, with a particular focus on plate heat exchangers. Leveraging nearly a century of expertise in heat transfer, the company invests heavily in R&D, delivers customized, solutionâdriven products, and backs customers with quality parts and comprehensive lifeâcycle service. Its worldwide footprintâdesign, production, and engineering hubs in the USA, Brazil, Sweden, China, India, and Koreaâensures that regional needs are met while sharing innovations globally. Tranterâs network of sales companies, licensees, and specialized service centers provides rapid support and refurbishment for all major heatâexchanger brands.
Job Description
The Service Center Operations Manager is responsible for leading all operations at a designated Service Center in the USA or Canada. This role oversees daily service operations, production planning, employee leadership, safety compliance, and customer delivery performance.
Requirements
- Strong leadership capabilities aligned with Tranter Core Values and Leadership Competencies.
- Excellent communication, problemâsolving, and project management skills.
- Ability to lead multiple priorities, delegate effectively, and drive employee engagement.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical software; practical LEAN manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
- High school diploma required; technical diploma or university degree preferred.
- 4+ years of business/financial management experience, including 2+ years of leadership.
- Experience in heat exchanger service or industrial plant maintenance preferred.
- Proven ability to lead diverse teams independently and make sound operational decisions.
Benefits
- medical/dental/vision/life
- 401(k) plan
