Production Manager - Woodshop
Production Manager - Woodshop
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About the role:
The Production Manager Woodshop is responsible for overseeing all aspects of our woodshop operations leading a team of over 12 employees to ensure efficient production quality control and safety. This role is critical in developing and maintaining team members skills while fostering a highperforming safetyfocused culture. Through handson leadership employee engagement and process optimization this manager drives continuous improvement cost reduction ontime product delivery and exceptional customer service.
Why us
At Jack Richeson & Company we foster a culture of innovation excellence and growth. We seek passionate driven individuals who thrive on challenges and are eager to make an impact. While we value flexibility we are committed to building a team of talented professionals who demonstrate exceptional skills strong character and a drive for continuous improvement. In our fastpaced evolving environment every challenge is an opportunity to raise the bar. If youre looking for a fulfilling career that leverages your talents and offers opportunities for personal and professional development now is the time to join us and be part of something big!
What you will be doing:
- Oversee all woodshop production processes ensuring raw materials are efficiently converted into highquality finished products.
- Lead coach and support team members to ensure consistent of woodworking operations.
- Facilitate training and development programs to enhance team skills and meet key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Develop and manage production schedules balancing workflow efficiency with interdepartmental needs to meet customer expectations.
- Maintain and manage the departmental budget optimizing material usage labor supplies and training expenses.
- Enforce and promote a strong safety culture ensuring compliance with workplace safety regulations and best practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues maintaining high standards for product quality and process efficiency.
What you need:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Manufacturing or a related field or equivalent work experience.
- At least five years of experience in a woodshop environment (e.g. woodworking cabinetmaking furniture manufacturing) and/or leadership experience in a manufacturing or production setting with transferable skills.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot repair and maintain machinery experience with woodworking machinery a plus.
- Proven leadership and teambuilding skills to effectively manage and develop hourly staff.
- Knowledge of domestic and exotic solid woods veneers and woodworking materials is a plus.
- Proficiency in woodworking techniques including measuring millwork drawings and manufacturing processes.
- Strong communication skills including the ability to give clear instructions and support a team with varying levels of English proficiency.
- Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Gmail and companyspecific software. CAD experience is a plus.
- Excellent problemsolving skills with the ability to implement solutions quickly and effectively.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fastpaced production environment.
- Detailoriented with a proactive handson approach to process improvement.
- Positive professional demeanor with a resourceful and selfmotivated attitude.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. frequently.
- Physical capability to stand for up to 10 hours a day and perform repetitive movements such as gripping grasping twisting and lifting lumber and panels.
What we offer:
- Fourday workweeks to support a better worklife balance.
- Competitive base salary with opportunities for growth.
- Comprehensive benefits package including quality health insurance.
- Traditional 401(k) plan with company match to support your financial future.
- Paid time off including holidays to recharge and spend time with family.
- A collaborative and supportive workplace that values your contributions.
- Opportunities for learning and development alongside passionate and experienced colleagues.
Location: 557 Marcella Street Kimberly WI 54136
About Us:
For over four decades Jack Richeson and Company has been a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of fine art materials. From brushes and easels to paper products and pastels we provide artists with the highest quality materials to fuel their creativity.
In 2022 we joined forces with DecoArt combining our creativity and innovation to inspire both our consumers and employees to achieve greatness. Together we continue to build on our rich legacy fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.
Jack Richeson & Co. Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all. We welcome all qualified job seekers regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin genetic information disability or protected veteran status.
If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position email with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
