About Rotating Machinery Services (RMS)

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. RMS provides operators of rotating equipment with unparalleled service rooted in strong engineering, technical expertise, and responsiveness in both pricing and lead times. RMS combines engineering experience, craftsmanship, and cutting-edge technology to deliver best-in-class results to its customers. With a nimble, collaborative culture, RMS continues to drive improvement across the turbomachinery industry.

Position Summary

The General Manager (GM) of the BJ Superior facility is responsible for the overall operation of the site, including health and safety, quality, delivery performance, and financial results. The GM will lead daily management, set performance goals, and ensure effective communication and alignment across all functions.

As a specialized manufacturing and repair facility focused on Babbitted bearings and sealing solutions, the GM will play a key role in optimizing operations, strengthening technical capabilities, and supporting the continued growth of RMS’s vertically integrated supply of critical rotating equipment components. This leader must bring high energy, technical competence, and a hands-on approach while promoting RMS’ culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

LEADERSHIP & CULTURE

• Set and uphold a strong safety culture; ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures. 
• Lead by example with a focus on integrity, fairness, and open communication. 
• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. 
• Drive daily management practices, ensuring performance KPIs are visible and actionable. 
• Foster collaboration between functional leads to ensure alignment and efficiency. 
• Serve as a visible leader who drives results through engagement, empowerment, and cross-functional collaboration. 

OPERATIONAL SUPPORT

• Oversee all shop operations including Babbitt casting, machining, assembly, and inspection. 
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, delivery schedules, and cost targets. 
• Collaborate with Planning/Scheduling to drive on-time project completion. 
• Maintain ownership of KPIs, leveraging data to identify improvement opportunities and reduce cycle time. 
• Ensure proper utilization of manpower, equipment, and facilities. 
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and facility improvements. 
• Support repair, manufacturing, and engineered order work conducted within the BJ Superior facility. 

TECHNICAL OVERSIGHT

• Provide leadership and technical guidance during disassembly, inspection, repair, and manufacturing of Babbitted bearings and sealing systems. 
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing and repair methods for: 
  • Hydrodynamic and tilting pad bearings 
  • Journal and thrust bearings 
  • Labyrinth and oil sealing systems 
• Support production of high-speed oil seals and custom sealing solutions for compressors, turbines, motors, and pumps. 
• Partner with Engineering on OEM replacements, reverse engineering, and retrofit solutions. 
• Support Quality Control in troubleshooting non-conformances and root cause analyses. 
• Review and interpret complex drawings, tolerances, and technical procedures. 
• Maintain familiarity with metallurgical processes, Babbitt materials, machining practices, and balancing principles. 

PEOPLE & DEVELOPMENT

• Recruit, train, and mentor staff and craft labor to build a high-performing team. 
• Partner with HR to resolve personnel matters and ensure adherence to RMS policies. 
• Conduct timely performance evaluations and maintain training and skills matrices. 
• Promote knowledge transfer in specialized bearing and sealing technologies. 
• Encourage employee engagement, ownership, and professional growth. 

FINANCIAL & BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

• Manage site-level P&L, including CAPEX, OPEX, headcount, and utilization. 
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies. 
• Participate in business planning and resource allocation decisions. 
• Support growth initiatives tied to aftermarket services, OEM replacement parts, and engineered upgrades. 

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience within the rotating equipment, turbomachinery, or precision manufacturing industry. 
• Demonstrated success managing operations with responsibility for safety, quality, delivery, and cost. 
• Strong technical understanding of bearing systems, sealing technology, or rotating equipment repair/manufacturing processes. 
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, BOM structures, and production workflows. 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. 
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster collaboration across departments. 
• Willingness to be hands-on in a shop environment. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent relevant experience. 
• Experience with Babbitt bearing manufacturing, repair, or metallurgical processes. 
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, or Kaizen methodologies. 
• Previous P&L responsibility at a site or business unit level. 
• Experience supporting high-speed rotating equipment applications. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• The position may be based in RMS’s South Houston, TX facility.
• This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week, averaging 45 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required based on project needs.
• This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug, alcohol test, and background check.
• Ability to act professionally under stressful situations. 
• Able to understand, read, write and speak English.
• Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. (with assistance)
• While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand, sit, bend, and walk for significant portions of the shift
• Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals, including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel.
• Authorized to work in the United States
• RMS Inc. may have government contracts that impose specific requirements on employees working on those projects. If an employee does not meet these requirements, they may be reassigned to a different location or be ineligible to work on certain assignments.

Work Environment 

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee may enter a shop environment and will be exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud", there will be machine operations that generate moderate noise and metal particles.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k 
• Employee Incentive Programs
• Employee Reimbursement Programs

Come Join Rotating Machinery Services Inc. and watch your Career go TURBO! Visit www.rotatingmachinery.com to learn more about who we are and what we do.

ABOUT RMS

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times.  RMS’ commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry.

RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.